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as in plans
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
a road map for peace in the troubled region
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as in explanations
a statement that makes something clear
an article that is a good road map for any consumer attempting to negotiate his way through the maze of offerings in digital photography
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Recent Examples of road maps
The Santa Marta conference aims to discuss how national and international road maps can be developed.
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Fabiano Maisonnave, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Researchers across academia, industry and government agencies are developing road maps to scaling these new pathways for energy-efficient computing and are planning for a future where new materials with fundamentally different properties improve efficiency even more.
—Gregor Henze, The Conversation, 21 Apr. 2026
Jeycen has a special interest in drawing and loves creating road maps and highways.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
In October, Bloomberg reported that Ternus’ stature had grown further, with the executive becoming a key decision-maker on product road maps, features and strategy — duties that went beyond the traditional scope of a hardware chief.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2026
So, these next two weeks are big road maps for what high school hockey teams around the state need in order to make a deep state tournament run.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 5 Jan. 2026
The executive has emerged as a key decision-maker on product road maps, features, and strategies, extending his influence beyond the traditional scope of a hardware engineering chief.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2025
Use sales road maps that break down the daily, weekly and monthly activities needed to reach key milestones over a 90-day ramp.
—Ryan Hohman, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Fabiano Maisonnave, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Researchers across academia, industry and government agencies are developing road maps to scaling these new pathways for energy-efficient computing and are planning for a future where new materials with fundamentally different properties improve efficiency even more.
—Gregor Henze, The Conversation, 21 Apr. 2026
Jeycen has a special interest in drawing and loves creating road maps and highways.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
In October, Bloomberg reported that Ternus’ stature had grown further, with the executive becoming a key decision-maker on product road maps, features and strategy — duties that went beyond the traditional scope of a hardware chief.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2026
So, these next two weeks are big road maps for what high school hockey teams around the state need in order to make a deep state tournament run.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 5 Jan. 2026
The executive has emerged as a key decision-maker on product road maps, features, and strategies, extending his influence beyond the traditional scope of a hardware engineering chief.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2025
Use sales road maps that break down the daily, weekly and monthly activities needed to reach key milestones over a 90-day ramp.
—Ryan Hohman, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for road maps
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Last month, Will County Board members approved Earthrise Energy’s plans for a 2,400-acre solar farm near Crete.—
Alicia Fabbre,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Citing statements from jurors and a county clerk who aided Hill, Murdaugh's lawyers say Hill urged jurors not to be confused by Murdaugh's defense tactics and to watch his body language — and that she was motivated by plans to publish a book about the case.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
13 May 2026
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No need for explanations and convincing.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
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Experts stress that there are a variety of possible earthly explanations for such observations, from advanced drone technology to software bugs and instrument issues.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
8 May 2026
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Wilson also said Republicans are likelier to use AI in their campaign strategies than Democrats, citing recent poll results by the American Association of Political Consultants.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
15 May 2026
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Reflecting on the modernization of national security in a Fox News op-ed, FBI Director Kash Patel explores how the bureau must adapt its strategies to address modern threats and advance beyond the artificial intelligence age.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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However, Lewin, the physiologist, is cautious about overextending the results and interpretations to every bird, given that the researchers haven’t looked at any migratory species.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Quanta Magazine,
13 May 2026
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In contrast, a decision by a judge is governed by stare decisis, the legal principle that courts must adhere to interpretations of law set by past decisions and that lower courts must follow higher courts when in the same jurisdiction.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
12 May 2026
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The result—white ink against a deep blue background—reminded him of architectural blueprints.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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The downloadable content includes two operator skins, weapon blueprints, charms and other cosmetic items, along with experience boosts.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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Other noms include Baum for best columnist and Scott Feinberg for best anchor/host in audio journalism as well as mentions across numerous other categories including social media, photography, video, features, investigative, illustrations and blogs.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
11 May 2026
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The restaurant is also impeccably clean, with pastel colors and playful illustrations and Chinese phrases on the walls.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
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But times have changed, and over the last decade, the boys’ and girls’ programs have flourished.—
Stan Awtrey,
AJC.com,
10 May 2026
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For older students, sport-specific training programs are available in football, basketball, soccer, flag football, water polo, and field hockey, allowing athletes to sharpen their skills and prepare for upcoming seasons.—
Cullen Gibson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Progress on two other apartment projects has already begun as part of the town’s master plan, according to city officials.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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Republicans sense an opportunity Republicans wasted no time in appealing to voters after the Legislature and Democratic governor signed off on the tax increase, which also included a higher payroll tax for transit projects and a boost in vehicle registration and title fees.—
Claire Rush,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Road maps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/road%20maps. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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