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as in walking
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as in leisurely
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as in wandering
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 strolling
Julius Miller
follow, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Take in the fresh air, listen to the sounds of nature, and trade scrolling for strolling.
—Jean Case, Time, 14 May 2026
He is often spotted by members of the press strolling outside the residence during key political moments.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Adams often conferred there with Samuel Adams or one of the other delegates, strolling under the trees, passing cannonballs piled up in preparation for a possible British attack.
—Literary Hub, 13 May 2026
Get a good view of the hillside town, as well as sailboats and kayakers, while strolling across the Boothbay Harbor Footbridge or relaxing on the rocky beaches at Barrett's Park.
—Amy Thomas, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
While strolling, take a moment to stop and catch views of the Tuckasegee River and visit the Swain County Heritage Museum.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
Just minutes from downtown, Andreas Canyon feels like strolling through an ancient desert oasis.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Hiking, strolling, dipping your toe in the water — take your pick.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 1 May 2026
Verb
While strolling through Central Park in 1987, Honda spotted the artist wandering with no guards and an elderly woman by her side.
—Julius Miller
follow, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Take in the fresh air, listen to the sounds of nature, and trade scrolling for strolling.
—Jean Case, Time, 14 May 2026
He is often spotted by members of the press strolling outside the residence during key political moments.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Adams often conferred there with Samuel Adams or one of the other delegates, strolling under the trees, passing cannonballs piled up in preparation for a possible British attack.
—Literary Hub, 13 May 2026
Get a good view of the hillside town, as well as sailboats and kayakers, while strolling across the Boothbay Harbor Footbridge or relaxing on the rocky beaches at Barrett's Park.
—Amy Thomas, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
While strolling, take a moment to stop and catch views of the Tuckasegee River and visit the Swain County Heritage Museum.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
Just minutes from downtown, Andreas Canyon feels like strolling through an ancient desert oasis.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Hiking, strolling, dipping your toe in the water — take your pick.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strolling
Adjective
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The property is also within short walking distance of some recognizable hot spots: the Staples Center and the Los Angeles Convention Center.—
Adam Lapetina,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2020
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These people are all within walking distance of one another in Rhinebeck.—
Ben Brantley,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2020
Adjective
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They’re also covered in an airy mesh upper material that facilitates airflow during activities — including sweaty workouts and leisurely strolls.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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Yes, there are two international trips, including one to the literal other side of the world — a destination that makes Mexico City’s 7,200 feet of altitude seem like a leisurely stroll down the block, making the Niners the league’s official guinea pigs for global domination.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Again, no details, and fans' minds are wandering as far as this being an arena or battle royale mode, but that would be a little surprising.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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While strolling through Central Park in 1987, Honda spotted the artist wandering with no guards and an elderly woman by her side.—
Julius Miller
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Wrapped around a rubbery bassline that Peter ran through a guitar amp and played straight into a laptop, the song is confident and brassy, sauntering around as Kellie Eden’s trumpet cascades from above and the band’s co-vocalists provide pop harmonies.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
8 May 2026
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Longtime employees recall Turner sauntering into the newsroom wearing a bathrobe.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Jet fuel is typically airlines’ second-biggest cost after labor, and carriers have been hiking fares to pass along the cost to customers.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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But this group of friends is hiking through their grief — at least temporarily.—
Maira Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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The warmth of the film—shot on location in Positano, Italy—only adds to its creeping, sexy menace.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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The overall effect is one of decadence laced with a creeping sense of horror.—
Charlie Jane Anders,
Washington Post,
7 Feb. 2023
Verb
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Another good ambling adventure is the Sculpture Trail, featuring works by local artists.—
Amy Thomas,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2026
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The question of true or false became a sensation in 1967 with the famous film shot by Roger Patterson and Bob Gimlin in the Pacific Northwest, capturing a hairy figure ambling through a Northern California wood.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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But where Portner seemed adrift in busy harmonies on that EP, Croz Boyce is a comparatively unhurried, almost entirely instrumental project.—
Ethan Beck,
Pitchfork,
12 May 2026
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Italy’s rail network makes unhurried travel easy, and agriturismi, or farm stays, offer travelers a direct connection to rural life, traditional agriculture and local food.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2026
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“Strolling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strolling. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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