as in to cross
to make one's way through, across, or over
the hikers proceeded along the ridge for several hundred feet
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Today, the numbers are far worse, with the planetary boundary being crossed on the majority of land surfaces—but most prominently in Europe, Asia and North America, where land conversion for agriculture has taken its toll.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
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The number of returnees hit a record high in July, when over 50,000 people crossed the border on a single day.—
Sarah Ferguson,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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If not, grab a booth at MacLaren's and settle in as architect Ted Mosby (Josh Radnor) traverses the streets, bars, and rooftop Halloween parties of New York in search of his one true love.—
Tanya Melendez,
EW.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The fact that concrete is a much larger piece means the crack can traverse the entire pad.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Aug. 2025
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How to choose an internet service provider in Tucson, AZ Before choosing an internet service provider in Tucson, consider the following factors: Availability: Make sure the provider serves your address.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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The exhibit will feature 100 years of historic and Opry-related artifacts, including the following clothing and instruments: A wooden steamboat whistle used by the Opry's founder and longtime announcer, George D. Hay.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
22 Aug. 2025
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In a sweet video promo posted on both Instagram accounts, Danny is seen walking with Elena and personally inviting her to go on tour with him during the months of September and October.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
16 Aug. 2025
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Early investigations found that the victim had been in an altercation with the suspect and was walking away when the suspect ran up and shot the victim several times, police said.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Aug. 2025
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Long trusted by parents to safeguard children and trained to navigate sensitive topics, pediatricians are quietly initiating some of the hardest conversations of their careers: If you’re detained, who will care for your child?—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
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His work as The Arizona Republic’s consumer travel reporter aims to help readers navigate the stresses of traveling and get the best value for their money on their vacations.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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If Schubert plumbs the depths of solipsism, the Estonian composer Arvo Pärt travels the voids between the stars.—
Shauna Lyon,
New Yorker,
15 Aug. 2025
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LeMessurier traveled with the data and his wife to their summer retreat in Maine to think the matter through.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
15 Aug. 2025
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The list covers attorneys whose discipline cases ended in punishment by the state Supreme Court.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
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Corina Vanek covers development for The Arizona Republic.—
Corina Vanek,
AZCentral.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Proceed (along).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proceed%20%28along%29. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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