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trajectory

noun

Definition of trajectory

as in path

the curved course along which something (such as a rocket) moves through the air or through space the trajectory of the missile

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Recent Examples of trajectory Throughout the first twenty years of our history as digital storytellers, family-life representation has continued on the same trajectory that started with the fantasy-family home videos first made by amateur filmmakers in the 1920s and ’30s. — Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026 But overall, compared against the broader climate change trajectory, the Toba eruption was a rather mild disaster. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 9 Aug. 2026 While Hogan was on an improvement trajectory, those gains have evaporated, to who knows where. — Sheila Weinberg, Baltimore Sun, 9 Aug. 2026 During an autopsy, a pathologist threaded flexible rods through some of the holes in order to track the bullets’ trajectory. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trajectory

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The true spectacle requires being within the narrow path of totality.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Four months later, the minor issue hit, blocking their relatives’ paths to citizenship.

— Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of path

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If goals diverge, name the common aim, then suggest a simple route that honors both needs, and your upbeat spirit will make consensus easier.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Eliminating trips to public fueling stations could also improve route efficiency for commercial trucking operations.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of route

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What's most important is that there are undeniable strong steps and franchise mode is finally in a strong place.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
But sometimes, the editing steps outside that space – for instance, showing us all the players dancing, but omitting the music they’re being fed via earwig.

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of steps

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There’s a receptiveness to Helaena that at times can be really funny but also played up the tragedy of her arc this season.

— Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026
That work ethic was essential for her Season 3 arc, which found Williams facing some of the toughest acting challenges of her career.

— Maureen Lee Lenker, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of arc

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Starship’s potential underpins much of potential growth for all of SpaceX with the promise of cheaper satellites, data centers in orbit, and would-be moon factories.

— Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026
The 2026 World Cup can be a catalyst to boost it to an even higher orbit.

— Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of orbit

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The next day, make your way to the river—there are a few punting stations surrounding the park.

— Katie Silcox, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2026
The league will also shrink in some ways, including moving from 14 events per year to 10 – five team and five individual events that will take place all over the world.

— Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026

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