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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
The film unfolds across intimate Brooklyn spaces — apartments that feel borrowed, late-night conversations that blur into morning, chance encounters that reopen old wounds — as Roger navigates his lingering bond with his ex (Nicole Beharie) and a tentative new connection (DeWanda Wise).
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Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 30 Dec. 2025
The legal action comes as Outback Steakhouse navigates a challenging period for the brand.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
There will also be plenty of funny moments as the family navigates ranch life and all that comes with that, including fixing things themselves.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Dec. 2025
Oladokun is in line to start the Chiefs’ season finale against the Las Vegas Raiders next week, which comes with an opportunity to carve out a role as Kansas City navigates an offseason without Mahomes.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Dec. 2025
As Vance navigates the rest of the second administration, a Republican close to the White House warned him not to get ahead of the president amid the GOP infighting.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 22 Dec. 2025
Courageously setting out to find the truth, Rabia navigates rural superstitions, local corruption and a wall of silence.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
Together, the group navigates the literal and metaphorical landmines of boot camp run by the ruthless Sgt.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Dec. 2025
Now working in his former office, Agnes navigates panic attacks and triggered memories with the help of her best friend (Naomi Ackie) and an adorable gray cat.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 30 Dec. 2025
The legal action comes as Outback Steakhouse navigates a challenging period for the brand.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
There will also be plenty of funny moments as the family navigates ranch life and all that comes with that, including fixing things themselves.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Dec. 2025
Oladokun is in line to start the Chiefs’ season finale against the Las Vegas Raiders next week, which comes with an opportunity to carve out a role as Kansas City navigates an offseason without Mahomes.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Dec. 2025
As Vance navigates the rest of the second administration, a Republican close to the White House warned him not to get ahead of the president amid the GOP infighting.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 22 Dec. 2025
Courageously setting out to find the truth, Rabia navigates rural superstitions, local corruption and a wall of silence.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
Together, the group navigates the literal and metaphorical landmines of boot camp run by the ruthless Sgt.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Dec. 2025
Now working in his former office, Agnes navigates panic attacks and triggered memories with the help of her best friend (Naomi Ackie) and an adorable gray cat.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for navigates
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Following the money Hinojosa and Bell have tied Abbott’s private-school voucher push to a broader argument about favoritism, arguing the program steers public dollars to mostly Christian schools while benefiting wealthy contributors.—
Karen Brooks Harper,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Jan. 2026
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McKissick recommends sticking within the 19 to 24 inch frame range and steers her clients toward the sleek Samsung Frame when possible.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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As the boat sails away, the Creature quietly stares into the sunrise with a smile on his face.—
Yasmeen Hamadeh,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The voyage takes off from Miami, travels to Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas then sails back to Miami.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
27 Oct. 2025
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The Rock Creek Loop traverses approximately seven miles of ravines, creeks, subtropical forest, and small footbridges.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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Lake-effect snow is anticipated as cold air traverses the relatively warm waters of the Great Lakes, with several inches of accumulation and hazardous travel possible, especially near Lakes Erie and Ontario.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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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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Prokop’s arrest follows allegations of abuse from his ex-girlfriend, Sarah Hyland, who accused Prokop of verbal and physical abuse during their five-year relationship.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Arrest follows disturbing video The Hopkins County Sheriff's Office arrested Hicks for animal cruelty.—
J.D. Miles,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Reader's Digest singled out Arizona's portion of Route 66 for travelers looking for shorter trips along the route, which spans 2,448 miles and crosses eight states.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Working as a security guard in downtown Cairo, his path crosses that of young Muslim woman.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
1 Jan. 2026
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“Navigates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/navigates. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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