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as in trail
a mark or series of marks left on a surface by something that has passed along it
a muddy track across the kitchen floor
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as in path
a rough course or way formed by or as if by repeated footsteps
there was still a faint track through the underbrush that indicated where the path used to be
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3
as in route
the direction along which something or someone moves
I followed the track of the thief's eyes as he watched the woman put the money into her purse and walk away
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as in to chase
to go after or on the track of
predators stealthily tracking their prey
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as in to traverse
to make one's way through, across, or over
once upon a time, millions of buffalo tracked the wide open plains
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as in pathless
not having been traveled over or through
the trackless desert is no place for unequipped, unprepared travelers
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Recent Examples of track
Brett Tingley, Space.com, 9 May 2025
Trent Grisham, a talented defender, made a rare mistake on the ball, which turned him around before falling on the warning track.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2025
Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 9 May 2025
And that’s why researchers believe the object that space traffic experts are tracking is Cosmos 482.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
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Noun
Based on current tracks and the dead probe's orbital inclination of 52 degrees, the craft's reentry could occur anywhere between 52 degrees north latitude and 52 degrees south — an area that covers most of Earth's surface.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 9 May 2025
Trent Grisham, a talented defender, made a rare mistake on the ball, which turned him around before falling on the warning track.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
Pic’s blurb: A mercenary takes on the job of tracking down a target on a plane but must protect her when they’re surrounded by people trying to kill both of them.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 9 May 2025
And that’s why researchers believe the object that space traffic experts are tracking is Cosmos 482.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for track
Noun
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Despite a growing economy and tax base, the state currently spends almost $5,000 less per student than the national average and trails behind neighboring states South Carolina and Virginia.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2025
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In a news release, the National Park Service (NPS) said its rangers were notified that a man had fallen during a hike on the primitive section of the Windows Loop trail on Tuesday, May 6, adding that bystanders administered CPR before authorities arrived at the scene.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
8 May 2025
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But with the Civil War, the hopes and dreams of the Declaration of Independence were put on the path to fulfillment and America’s best years were unleashed.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 May 2025
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While embarking on mission to avenge Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal), the duo cross paths with a dangerous militant faction known as the Washington Liberation Front (W.L.F.) led by Isaac (Jeffrey Wright).—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
Noun
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Originally Published: May 12, 2025 at 3:55 PM EDT Most Popular Most Popular Property of the week: Striking historic home along the Connecticut river Parking crunch looms at major CT airport amid route expansion.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2025
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Taking a bus or driving the 435-mile route is also an option.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
Verb
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In the woods near their home, Viggo runs while Oscar chases him.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
16 May 2025
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The Detroit Lions will be chasing their third straight division title despite a wave of change following the offseason departures of offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn to become head coaches of the Bears and Jets, respectively.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Fort Worth plans to spend $22 million revamping a mile-long stretch of Ray White linking Mirage Drive and the bridge traversing Bear Creek.—
Jaime Moore-Carrillo,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2025
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If Diddy was on the plane, he would’ve first been inspected by customs officials before traversing Antigua, which is mandatory.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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There is a pleasure in the pathless woods.—
Leah Hall,
Country Living,
5 Jan. 2023
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Somewhere on the rugged, pathless hills of Big Bend National Park, under the sweltering Texas sun, a singular tree stands apart from the rest.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
13 July 2022
Noun
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The forecast was also right for the evening, and there wasn’t a trace of rain before or after Lady Gaga’s show.—
Billboard Brasil,
Billboard,
5 May 2025
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But she had been provisionally suspended after testing positive for trace amounts of a performance-enhancing drug.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
Noun
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The city’s roads and walkways are steep, bisected by narrow footpaths, all displaying wares or services for sale.—
Ben Ayers,
Outside Online,
1 May 2025
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The footpath can be hiked in sections through several access points.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Track.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/track. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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