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as in walking
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as in leisurely
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to travel by foot for exercise or pleasure
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Recent Examples of strolling
Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2026
Only a few years ago, seeing scores of women strolling around New York City in real animal fur coats would have seemed unimaginable.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
The artists will set up along the Riverwalk in downtown Breckenridge; strolling the sites is free.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 22 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, days are spent sipping ceremonial matcha in the open-air tea house, strolling beneath clouds of cherry blossoms each spring, or pausing before the towering bronze Buddha.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Spring days are well spent biking or strolling along the 29-mile Boise River Greenbelt or hiking in the foothills just beyond downtown, while crowds—and prices—remain refreshingly low.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026
It is followed by scenes of Zhu rowing on a river, ice dancers Junfei Ren and Jianing Xing forming perfect circles on the rink, dog walkers strolling across a bridge and commuters in between.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 19 Jan. 2026
While strolling in New York City, Katie Holmes went for a casual vibe in baggy black jeans with a light jacket and a crossbody bag, while Jennifer Garner's pair had a touch of subtle elegance with gold-tone hardware.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Shuter also reported that, in Aspen, the couple were seen shopping together and holding hands while strolling around the ski town.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
After 2022’s Grammy-winning Harry’s House and its attendant 22-month Love On Tour, Harry Styles all but vanished from public view, with only the occasional pap shot—strolling Rome’s cobblestones or cutting across Hampstead in an ever-expanding collection of sneakerinas—serving as proof of life.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2026
Only a few years ago, seeing scores of women strolling around New York City in real animal fur coats would have seemed unimaginable.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
The artists will set up along the Riverwalk in downtown Breckenridge; strolling the sites is free.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 22 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, days are spent sipping ceremonial matcha in the open-air tea house, strolling beneath clouds of cherry blossoms each spring, or pausing before the towering bronze Buddha.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Spring days are well spent biking or strolling along the 29-mile Boise River Greenbelt or hiking in the foothills just beyond downtown, while crowds—and prices—remain refreshingly low.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026
It is followed by scenes of Zhu rowing on a river, ice dancers Junfei Ren and Jianing Xing forming perfect circles on the rink, dog walkers strolling across a bridge and commuters in between.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 19 Jan. 2026
While strolling in New York City, Katie Holmes went for a casual vibe in baggy black jeans with a light jacket and a crossbody bag, while Jennifer Garner's pair had a touch of subtle elegance with gold-tone hardware.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Shuter also reported that, in Aspen, the couple were seen shopping together and holding hands while strolling around the ski town.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 6 Jan. 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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Margot Robbie layered hers up for a leisurely walk in London, using classic staples such as a polo sweater, loose relaxed denim, and Converse high-top sneakers, completing her weekend travel edit.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2026
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Challenge yourself to see the views at MacRae Peak at Grandfather Mountain, traverse the Appalachian Trail, or take a leisurely hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
22 Jan. 2026
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The video shows protesters wandering in and out of the street as officers persist in trying to talk them back.—
Hannah Fingerhut,
Twin Cities,
25 Jan. 2026
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Protesters can be seen wandering in and out of the street as officers persist in trying to talk them back.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The mall’s closure was a personal loss for him and many others who made lifelong memories sauntering the retail space.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
29 Dec. 2025
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The anime community is well-represented too; fans in Chainsaw Man, Dan Da Dan, Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia costumes can be seen sauntering down the halls, snapping selfies together.—
Nikki Birch,
NPR,
31 Oct. 2025
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Christine Mutchler, 70, Kathy Pickard, 76, and Kathy Todd, 74, were hiking to Lena Lake on Thursday when part of a dead fir tree broke and fell onto the trail, Todd told the Kitsap Sun.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Spring days are well spent biking or strolling along the 29-mile Boise River Greenbelt or hiking in the foothills just beyond downtown, while crowds—and prices—remain refreshingly low.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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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
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As a child, she was plagued by anxiety and the creeping sense that adults, especially her mother, were keeping secrets from the kids.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Jan. 2023
Verb
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Seattle is an outdoor lover’s paradise packed with things to do in all four seasons, from summer hiking and fall leaf-peeping to winter snow sports and ambling around downtown in the spring, when the rain starts to ease up and summer crowds haven't yet arrived.—
Scott Bay,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Jan. 2026
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Taken 34 more throw-ins than anyone in the division, but his game is about so much more than that particular set piece; has produced the most dribbles by a defender, is great on defensive duels and loves randomly ambling forward at all angles to cause carnage in the opposition third.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Service is unhurried and flexible.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
18 Jan. 2026
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Still, the live album is a nice addition, especially for the chance to hear a second guitarist, Wayne Taylor, meet up with Walker in glorious, unhurried harmony.—
Brad Sanders,
Pitchfork,
17 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Strolling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strolling. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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