as in walk
a relaxed journey on foot for exercise or pleasure
we arrived early and took a stroll through the park before dinner
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as in to walk
to travel by foot for exercise or pleasure
people who like to stroll along the beach would seem to be well-represented among the clientele for dating services
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Recent Examples of stroll
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
After a stroll, check out the picturesque lighthouses that dot Block Island.
—Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
Kayla Keegan, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Fans can stroll the infield grass and can sign their name on the start-finish line.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The Louvre complex also includes the Tuileries gardens, which are dotted with sculptures and a lovely spot to take a stroll.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
After a stroll, check out the picturesque lighthouses that dot Block Island.
—Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
The College was also spotted in episodes 7 and 8 when members of the Ton strolled through the Grand Square and surrounding areas.
—Kayla Keegan, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Fans can stroll the infield grass and can sign their name on the start-finish line.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stroll
Noun
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Style them with black heeled boots and a black jacket for a walk around town à la Hadid, or opt for a vibrant top for a pop of color.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
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Network over coffee instead of lunch, or catch up for free with a walk in the park.—
Caroline Ceniza-Levine,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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His couplets—stitched together by a rhyme—typically saunter in contrary directions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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This Bond also catered to a more intersectional gaze; one of his first appearances is a spin on Andress’ iconic surf saunter, with only a Speedo between Bond and the water.—
Sezin Devi Koehler,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Jan. 2026
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Don’t forget to leave time in your itinerary for a wander around Taos Plaza, which sits in the center of the Taos Historic District.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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It’s perfectly situated for wanders down the beautiful expanse of Flamand beach or hikes to the highest point of the island.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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More than three hours before sunrise that morning, the foursome hiked Tent Ridge in Spray Valley Provincial Park through the dark, the photographers tell PEOPLE.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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To stretch your legs, the 600-acre Rockville Hills Regional Park and the neighboring 1,500-acre Patwino Worrtla Kodoi Dihi Open Space Park offer stunning scenery for hiking and picnicking.—
Nicole Findlay,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In the video, people wearing masks amble through the aisles, grabbing food, medicine, soap and other items.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Here, shabby homes enjoyed grand views, tired burros ambled along untethered, and island life trudged on, oblivious to tourism.—
Rick Steves,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Stroll.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stroll. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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