traversing

verb

present participle of traverse
as in crossing
to make one's way through, across, or over the spider traversed the wall from end to end

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Recent Examples of traversing The property’s expert concierge is always a WhatsApp message away and can arrange a menu of experiences at the villas or nearby resort for you—or leave your schedule empty for hours spent by the pool and traversing nearby cliffs and beaches. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 Individuals have been traversing the globe on their own as far back as travel records have been recorded. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 More crucially, it was used during a sequence set along an icy river while George Washington is traversing the uncharted Ohio Territory wilderness. — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 7 July 2026 From the Higgs to the Next Frontier The road to the FCC remains long, and Europe has been traversing it for years. — Florencia Canelli, Scientific American, 1 July 2026 Spending a year in California versus a month traversing small town America is a big difference. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026 That has led to a large proportion of parts and vehicles traversing borders before being assembled in one of the countries. — Michael Wayland, CNBC, 1 July 2026 Whereas the sights and sounds of South End lean toward bar crowds and joggers traversing the Rail Trail, SouthPark is more about catching a whiff of Le Labo and seeing couples settle in at a corner table with glasses of Cabernet and small plates. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 29 June 2026 Flight tracking data shows the helicopter was at about 300 feet in the air when traversing the area. — Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for traversing
  1. crossing
  2. navigating
  3. following
  4. traveling
  5. walking
  6. covering
Verb
  • In the days since, passage in the Strait has slowed considerably, with only 25 ships crossing on Wednesday, according to Kpler data.
    — Elise Spenner, ABC News, 9 July 2026
  • Some trucks crossing the border have had to wait anything from a few hours to several days in the wake of the war, the people said, adding that those delays have worsened in the past month.
    — Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of crossing
Verb
  • While navigating the mixed zone, where player interviews are held following a World Cup match as they’re headed to the team bus, Rice had a Royals cap on his head while chatting with reporters.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026
  • Erivo plays a British defense barrister who exudes enviable brilliance in navigating the ruthless and gladiatorial London courtrooms.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 7 July 2026
Definition of navigating
Verb
  • Two men are in custody in Oak Grove following a standoff at an area residence, where one man was found on the roof.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
  • Mercedes-Benz Stadium is set to host semifinal games following the 2028 and 2031 regular seasons, and quarterfinal games following the 2029 and 2030 regular seasons.
    — Mike Griffith, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of following
Verb
  • When not working, Carson enjoys playing chess, traveling, and cheering on the men's and women's basketball teams at his alma mater, the University of Connecticut.
    — The Washington Examiner, The Washington Examiner, 12 July 2026
  • Every year, a group of 50 boys must complete the titular Long Walk, traveling at 3mph or faster until only one remains.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026
Definition of traveling
Verb
  • Police officers were seen walking along the barricades to keep pedestrians away.
    — Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
  • Here is what veterinarians say about spotting heatstroke, walking dogs safely on hot pavement and cooling your pet at home.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
Definition of walking
Verb
  • Weedy vines are the scourge of many shrub plantings, covering them with unwanted foliage that causes their decline.
    — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • In our newsroom this summer, 14 are engaged in a professional educational Sacbee course in journalism, working alongside our staff covering local news politics and sports; capturing visuals; and learning the ropes of audience engagement.
    — Scott Lebar, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of covering

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