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as in sails
to travel on water in a vessel
the months that were once required to navigate around South America in the days before the Panama Canal
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as in traverses
to make one's way through, across, or over
it will take some effort to navigate that stretch of hills, but we can do it
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Recent Examples of navigates
Active micromotor technology could redefine uranium extraction Departing from conventional adsorbents that rely on passive contact, the new system actively navigates through water to locate and capture uranium ions.
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 26 Apr. 2026
As Yasmin navigates her relationship with tech founder Sir Henry Muck (Harington) and Harper is pulled into the orbit of enigmatic executive Whitney Halberstram (Max Minghella), their twisted friendship begins to warp and ignite under the pressure of money, power, and the desire to be on top.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 26 Apr. 2026
Such outdoor activities create an instant hierarchy; who leads, who navigates and who sets the pace.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2026
As long as the Cubs are forced to rely on less proven arms while manager Craig Counsell navigates usage and injuries, preventing big innings by stranding runners is an important piece of the pitching staff’s effectiveness.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
This series, based on a true story, explores the life of Molly Kochan (Michelle Williams), a woman living with terminal cancer who navigates her illness and childhood trauma, blending comedy and profound honesty in a way that challenges traditional narratives around death and sexuality.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Commentary and opinions JD Vance, eyeing 2028, navigates a diplomatic minefield with Iran, Washington Bureau Chief Michael Wilner writes.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The salary approval comes as LAUSD navigates recent labor agreements that are expected to drive up district spending, adding pressure to an already strained budget amid declining enrollment.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
Through a surreal odyssey that spans a century, the hero searches for his identity and navigates the highs and lows of fame and notoriety.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2026
Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 26 Apr. 2026
As Yasmin navigates her relationship with tech founder Sir Henry Muck (Harington) and Harper is pulled into the orbit of enigmatic executive Whitney Halberstram (Max Minghella), their twisted friendship begins to warp and ignite under the pressure of money, power, and the desire to be on top.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 26 Apr. 2026
Such outdoor activities create an instant hierarchy; who leads, who navigates and who sets the pace.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2026
As long as the Cubs are forced to rely on less proven arms while manager Craig Counsell navigates usage and injuries, preventing big innings by stranding runners is an important piece of the pitching staff’s effectiveness.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
This series, based on a true story, explores the life of Molly Kochan (Michelle Williams), a woman living with terminal cancer who navigates her illness and childhood trauma, blending comedy and profound honesty in a way that challenges traditional narratives around death and sexuality.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Commentary and opinions JD Vance, eyeing 2028, navigates a diplomatic minefield with Iran, Washington Bureau Chief Michael Wilner writes.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The salary approval comes as LAUSD navigates recent labor agreements that are expected to drive up district spending, adding pressure to an already strained budget amid declining enrollment.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
Through a surreal odyssey that spans a century, the hero searches for his identity and navigates the highs and lows of fame and notoriety.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for navigates
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The Fed traditionally steers clear of political whims when devising monetary policy in part to maintain credibility.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
28 Apr. 2026
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This year’s event raised money for UpSpire, an employment program; Tarrant Area Food Bank; United Community Centers, focusing on food and literacy; and Tarrant To & Through Partnership, which steers students toward college or careers.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Apr. 2026
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Where Silver Origin Sails Silver Origin sails two seven-night itineraries—North and South—each revealing a different side of the archipelago.—
David Morris,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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The boat sails from Genoa in complete darkness, a precaution against air raids.—
Marcy Thompson,
Scientific American,
16 Apr. 2026
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Equipped with advanced LiDAR sensors and 360-degree cameras, the humanoid autonomously traverses the site, capturing high-definition data and feeding it directly into health and safety workflows.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Apr. 2026
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The river traverses land where three generations of the Egger family once raised dairy cows.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Shrimp boats bob in the harbor, American flags flutter from pastel porches and old oak trees draped in Spanish moss offer cool shade.—
Noreen Kompanik,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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Kennebunkport, Maine Lobster boats bob in the waves and beachcombers search for shells.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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Choose one interaction to handle with calm and clarity today, and let that set a steadier tone for everything that follows.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Ferrari Purosangue Handling Speciale follows improvements already made among the competition, such as Aston Martin’s 717 hp DBX S and Bentley’s latest Bentayga Speed—the latter now capable of drifting.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Moon crosses your 3rd House of Communication, where your words shape how others show up.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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When this roofless McLaren P1 crosses the Bonhams auction block, during the weekend of Formula 1’s Miami Grand Prix, it’s expected to fetch anywhere from $4 million to $5 million.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Navigates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/navigates. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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