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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3
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
These paths don’t compete so much as coexist.
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Marisa McMillan, Outside, 7 Oct. 2025
While the commercial outlook for AI among business leaders was enthusiastic, there were significant pockets of concern, extending beyond safety fears, to question the frenzied paths of investment.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2025
Families often scatter marigold petals in paths, decorate graves and cover ofrendas with the flowers to light their way for returning souls.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Some states, like California and Washington, have enacted policies to remove barriers for professional licenses, letting undocumented immigrants still pursue different career paths.
—Vanessa Delgado, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2025
Spaghetti models—computer models that illustrate potential storm paths using meteorological data—suggested Invest 95L could eventually curve north and away from the United States.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
They have been married for over three decades Joel and LaVonne grew up in adjacent towns and eventually crossed paths at California Polytechnic State University, according to The Buffalo News.
—Nasha Smith, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
On October 6th, the Aries Full Moon rises, bringing to culmination storylines that began back on March 29th, 2025, when the Aries Solar Eclipse cracked open new paths for us.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
China has historically maintained strict immigration policies, tightly restricting low-skilled workers with limited paths to permanent residency for foreigners.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
Marisa McMillan, Outside, 7 Oct. 2025
While the commercial outlook for AI among business leaders was enthusiastic, there were significant pockets of concern, extending beyond safety fears, to question the frenzied paths of investment.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2025
Families often scatter marigold petals in paths, decorate graves and cover ofrendas with the flowers to light their way for returning souls.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Some states, like California and Washington, have enacted policies to remove barriers for professional licenses, letting undocumented immigrants still pursue different career paths.
—Vanessa Delgado, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2025
Spaghetti models—computer models that illustrate potential storm paths using meteorological data—suggested Invest 95L could eventually curve north and away from the United States.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
They have been married for over three decades Joel and LaVonne grew up in adjacent towns and eventually crossed paths at California Polytechnic State University, according to The Buffalo News.
—Nasha Smith, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
On October 6th, the Aries Full Moon rises, bringing to culmination storylines that began back on March 29th, 2025, when the Aries Solar Eclipse cracked open new paths for us.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
China has historically maintained strict immigration policies, tightly restricting low-skilled workers with limited paths to permanent residency for foreigners.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paths
Noun
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Stevenson has become more intentional with his efforts to understand offensive concepts and routes and the ways opposing teams often attack his weak spots.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The airline had a robust network servicing Western Europe, in addition to its transatlantic routes, and shared a bullish outlook earlier in the year.—
Barbara Peterson,
AFAR Media,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Sofia Huerta already blazed several trails for Idaho soccer.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Oct. 2025
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Women will appreciate the Keen Women's Targhee 2 Mid-height Waterproof Hiking Boot, currently massively discounted to $91 (originally $155), offering reliable traction on muddy or uneven trails.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Hydroplaning happens when a vehicle starts sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Oct. 2025
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Rainwater tends to stockpile on the edges of roads.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Hughes and others began resisting orders in passive ways, showing up late or taking patrols extra slowly.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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That resolve was echoed across Grand Blanc throughout the week, as people scrambled for ways to do something, anything to help.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In your digestive tract, calcium and magnesium use some of the same pathways to get absorbed.—
Julie Scott,
Verywell Health,
2 Oct. 2025
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And a great way to strengthen these pathways is through play.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Lately, some employees are noticing an ominous trend in their career trajectories.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Though team trajectories aren’t necessarily linear, this year could help dictate Ottawa’s ultimate fortune.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Create footpaths in these areas to reduce wear and damage to the lawn.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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Outside of the event, wander the town’s flagstone market square or leafy Thames-side footpaths, tour the Henley Distillery, and go for a Sunday roast at the Bottle & Glass Inn.—
Chloe Arrojado,
AFAR Media,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Paths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paths. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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