1
as in routes
the direction along which something or someone moves
try to stay out of the path of the golf balls while playing I tripped over a rock directly in my path
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2
as in trails
a rough course or way formed by or as if by repeated footsteps
a path worn through the library lawn by too many people walking over it
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as in roads
an established course for traveling from one place to another
the path along which ancient traders traveled from Europe to China was known as the Silk Road
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Recent Examples of paths
If that sounds like gruelling work, don’t worry, as new gameplay paths and big story elements are unveiled with each run.
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Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 1 Mar. 2026
On medical calls, firefighters have been known shovel paths so paramedics can more easily transport patients in distress, Nelson said.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
These paths are designed to pull your car seat as close to the vehicle seat as possible, depending on its orientation.
—Andee Tagle, NPR, 28 Feb. 2026
Players match cards to build bridges while using disruptive WILD power-ups to sabotage opponents, block paths and create chaos.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
According to the team, this modifies cation migration paths and balances differences in copper and tin migration.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 27 Feb. 2026
The evolving corporate ladder Young workers seem to have two paths.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Guided by the paths of neotropical and post-cumbia, Colombian Eblis Álvarez (Meridian Brothers) and Mexican Camilo Lara (MIS) explore and expand upon the great sonic leap that resulted when Mexican musicians transitioned from traditional instruments to synthesizers.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 27 Feb. 2026
Instead, Jones wrote an historical novel set in the 1950s and ‘60s about lifelong friends Annie and Vernice, two motherless girls born in small-town Louisiana who take different paths in life to fill the void left behind by the absence of a mother’s love.
—Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 22 Feb. 2026
Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 1 Mar. 2026
On medical calls, firefighters have been known shovel paths so paramedics can more easily transport patients in distress, Nelson said.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
These paths are designed to pull your car seat as close to the vehicle seat as possible, depending on its orientation.
—Andee Tagle, NPR, 28 Feb. 2026
Players match cards to build bridges while using disruptive WILD power-ups to sabotage opponents, block paths and create chaos.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026
According to the team, this modifies cation migration paths and balances differences in copper and tin migration.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 27 Feb. 2026
The evolving corporate ladder Young workers seem to have two paths.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Guided by the paths of neotropical and post-cumbia, Colombian Eblis Álvarez (Meridian Brothers) and Mexican Camilo Lara (MIS) explore and expand upon the great sonic leap that resulted when Mexican musicians transitioned from traditional instruments to synthesizers.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 27 Feb. 2026
Instead, Jones wrote an historical novel set in the 1950s and ‘60s about lifelong friends Annie and Vernice, two motherless girls born in small-town Louisiana who take different paths in life to fill the void left behind by the absence of a mother’s love.
—Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 22 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paths
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Frontex's standing corps is set to reach 10,000 officers by the end of the year -- double the number employed in 2021 -- reflecting the policy shift and expectations of sustained pressure along key routes.—
LEFTERIS PITARAKIS,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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One of Europe’s deadliest migration corridors, where unclaimed bodies often wash up on shore, the passage to Crete is fueled by wars and instability across Africa and is growing busier even as pressure eases on other Mediterranean routes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Community associations continue to cater to those who wish to enjoy active lifestyles with resort-like amenities such as pools, clubhouses, restaurants, fitness centers, sports courts, parks, trails, and others.—
Michael Toback,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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The Village will provide residential housing as well as amenities such as retail shops, restaurants, recreational trails and office space.—
Naina Srivastava,
Austin American Statesman,
27 Feb. 2026
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Hydroplaning is the term for when a vehicle begins sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Mar. 2026
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Morris mentioned pedestrian caps possibly being built along various roads in the downtown area to encourage people to explore local businesses more easily.—
Hedija Spahalic,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Upstairs, Café Rincon is an excellent, casual eatery with fabulous Costa Rican coffee (some of which is roasted onsite) as well as a pastry case laden with buttery croissants and inventive pastries and a menu with such ways to start the day as breakfast burritos and acai bowls.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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There are two ways for carriers offering nonstop Asia-Europe flights to bypass the closed Middle Eastern airspace.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Hare recommends 2-3 feet of distance for clear pathways that facilitate easy movement.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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Another, Proposition 2, says Texans should support humane, dignified immigration policies and pathways to citizenship.—
From Staff Reports,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In both years, though, product trajectories indicated a standout pattern.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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The two would have similar career trajectories, but Allman cut her own path.—
Nick Wooten,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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With no boundaries for private property, footpaths crossed the landscape wherever a person desired to go.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 Feb. 2026
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An aerial view from a chopper showed mostly footpaths with limited access by road for vehicles.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Paths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paths. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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