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as in to cross
to make one's way through, across, or over
once you transit that stretch of dense woods, the hiking should be much easier
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Recent Examples of transit
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Members of the transit agency’s Evasion And Graffiti Lawlessness Eradication teams — known as the Eagle Teams — have long checked for fare payment on SBS buses.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
On April 22, Indonesia’s finance minister, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, suggested the Southeast Asian country might start imposing levies on ships transiting the Strait of Malacca, which connects the Indian Ocean with the South China Sea.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
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Noun
According to the company, the representative underwater mission offered a more realistic measure of usable range than a simple straight-line transit figure.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Members of the transit agency’s Evasion And Graffiti Lawlessness Eradication teams — known as the Eagle Teams — have long checked for fare payment on SBS buses.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
Malaysia’s Marine Department said more than 102,500 ships, mostly commercial vessels, transited through the Malacca Strait in 2025, up from around 94,300 in 2024.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
On April 22, Indonesia’s finance minister, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, suggested the Southeast Asian country might start imposing levies on ships transiting the Strait of Malacca, which connects the Indian Ocean with the South China Sea.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transit
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An injury prevented the director from carrying the award on his flight from Paris back to America, so his producer, Charles Gillibert, was charged with the transport.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
30 Apr. 2026
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During the tournament, FIFA will deploy hybrid vehicles and encourage public transport, walking and cycling in coordination with host cities and public authorities, officials said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Already, Kathy Luther, of the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission, has put in an application for a brownfield coalition assessment grant and is crossing her fingers.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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Because crossing four lanes of onrushing traffic was too risky.—
Lucius Riccio,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
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More room for all on board is needed due to the mobility conveyances of our oldest and youngest.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Water conveyance systems, infrastructure and water quality all over the state have been impacted by the presence of golden mussels, according to the DWR.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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Romans already traversed to the eastern part of the state and will head to northern Kentucky in mid-May, with scheduled visits still to come in western Kentucky.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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Over an efficient five tracks, West traverses the sonic styles of her generation — from nu-metal riffs to rage-rap 808s — with dazzling confidence.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2026
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In 2026, the Eta Aquarid peak will occur overnight on May 5-6, as Earth travels through the densest part of Halley's debris stream.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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The club said the victims of the private aircraft crash were Seren Wilson, Brooke Skypala, Stacy Hedrick, Glen Appling and Hayden Dillard, who were traveling to a tournament.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
Verb
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Vander Luitgaren walked and Ryan Johnson then forced a 2-2 tie with an RBI single.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Guy struck out eight and walked.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Whether touring, navigating airports, or keeping with her in the car, on the train, or on the bus, this is an essential.—
Aly Walansky,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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Since fiscal 2025, the government has been actively consulting with local residents and the fishing and shipping industries across the affected island municipalities to navigate the project’s logistical and social impacts.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Joey Garrison The White House plans to serve King Charles, Queen Camilla and other guests dover sole meunière ‒ a premium French fish dish ‒ as the main course of Tuesday's royal state dinner followed by a chocolate gâteau shaped like a beehive for dessert.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Set one clear boundary around your time today and follow it so your work stays consistent and controlled.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Transit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transit. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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