pipelines

plural of pipeline
as in routes
a direct way of passing along information or supplies an equipment hauler serves as the columnist's pipeline for gossip about the rock band the battle was ultimately lost because the enemy had destroyed our pipeline for resupply

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Recent Examples of pipelines Focusing on relevance means embedding inclusive practices directly into hiring criteria, project assignments, promotion pipelines, and performance reviews. Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 Proposals include increasing trade through Omani ports outside of the Persian Gulf, expanding or doubling pipelines in Saudi Arabia and elsewhere, and developing new rail links, the officials said. Arkansas Online, 23 Aug. 2026 Earlier this week, the US Navy helped ship more than 15 million barrels of oil and products out of the strait and another five million via pipelines, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Saturday on X. Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026 Proposals include increasing trade through Omani ports outside the Persian Gulf, expanding or doubling pipelines in Saudi Arabia and elsewhere, and developing new rail links, the officials said. Los Angeles Times, 22 Aug. 2026 Speaking of pipelines, a company in the news - and also on the hedge fund list above - is Targa Resources (TRGP). Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 Poland has long opposed the Nord Stream pipelines, viewing them as an attempt by Russia to use its vast energy resources to gain leverage across Europe. ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026 Setting up production and delivery pipelines now is critical for testing, regulatory approvals, and eventual deployment. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 19 Aug. 2026 According to German prosecutors, a Ukrainian team destroyed the Nord Stream pipelines to break Europe’s dependence on Russian gas. Mark Leonard, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
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Noun
  • From classic Amtrak routes crossing the Continental Divide to historic steam locomotives chugging through the state’s mining past, these journeys continue to preserve the stories, scenery and communities that helped shape the West.
    Jocelyn Rowley, Denver Post, 25 Aug. 2026
  • In a bid to control traffic through the narrow waterway, Iran has designated routes going through their territorial waters.
    Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • However, developing specialized buoyant materials, underwater conduits, and anti-corrosive gear come with a premium price tag.
    Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Notably, optics technology isn't just being used to power alternatives to more traditional data conduits.
    Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Health officials did not name Lillian as the infected resident, but friends and family identified her to several local news outlets.
    Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Health inspector observed a German roach on the nest on the bottom shelf of the prep table behind the prep cooler inside the electrical outlets.
    Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2026
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  • The broader strategy is to reserve space for nuclear generation alongside other power sources as data-center campuses expand.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The Best Collagen Sources for Vegetarians Since vegetarians can’t get collagen from direct sources, the key is to look for foods and supplements that will support collagen production.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
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  • Crypto-channels have helped Iran make money from oil exports.
    Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • That growth is likely to build as Jersey Mike's embraces more digital marketing initiatives, with the company already planning to allocate 20% of advertising dollars to digital channels over the next 12 to 18 months, Stump said.
    Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026

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“Pipelines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pipelines. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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