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verb

ˈtred How to pronounce tread (audio)
Definition of treadnext
as in to walk
to go on foot to protect the fragile environment of the beach dunes, we must tread cautiously and lightly

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noun

as in footstep

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Recent Examples of tread
Verb
That said, the USMNT's postgame presser won't be the only instance where a team hopes World Cup reporters will tread lightly. — Callie Fin, USA Today, 26 June 2026 Stephan did not tread the traditional route into football management. — Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 26 June 2026
Noun
Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding. — Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026 Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tread
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tread
  1. walk
  2. footstep
  3. path
  4. footprint
  5. trail
  6. print
  7. step
  8. rut
Verb
  • Just watching Shannon try to handle a bungee cord is like watching Charlie Chaplin try to walk down the street.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 17 July 2026
  • All of my essentials are packed in my Stowaway, which clips into my weekender as a bag organizer, and can clip out to be worn on its own as a crossbody when walking around during the day or as a clutch when going out in the evening.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 16 July 2026
Definition of walk
Noun
  • Later that night, Kayley and Joe follow in Kat and Cooper’s wholesome footsteps and decide to sleep on the deck, under the stars.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 July 2026
  • Her two youngest children, 5-year-old Raúl and 9-year-old Ximena, wanted to follow in the footsteps of their oldest brother and play soccer.
    — PJ Green July 11, Kansas City Star, 12 July 2026
Definition of footstep
Noun
  • Asking for help is a sign of strength, and taking that first step can put you on the path to feeling better.
    — Barton Goldsmith, AJC.com, 15 July 2026
  • Surveillance footage obtained by The Associated Press appears to show a white sedan, believed to be Durán Guerrero on his way to work, driving in circles near an intersection before an unmarked vehicle blocks its path.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Definition of path
Noun
  • This deal fits a pattern of expansion by Archer Aviation, which has widened its footprint in a big way in recent years, including multiple leases of office space in north San Jose.
    — George Avalos, Mercury News, 13 July 2026
  • Though China has long been dominant in DR Congo’s extractive sector — Chinese companies control most producing assets in DR Congo’s copper-cobalt mines — the US is looking to expand its footprint.
    — Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 13 July 2026
Definition of footprint
Noun
  • The most recent fatality was on July 11, when a 64-year-old Greek hiker died after collapsing on a trail.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
  • Keen took inspiration from the A86, a vintage trail runner plucked straight from the brand’s archives, and updated the design with contemporary flavor.
    — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026
Definition of trail
Noun
  • One of Kate Spade’s most timeless prints is the classic black-and-white polka dot.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026
  • The stock did come into the print rather hot, relatively speaking — up 20%, as of Monday's close, since its 52-week low of nearly $73 on May 15.
    — Zev Fima, CNBC, 14 July 2026
Definition of print
Noun
  • Since the knockout stages began, the constant threat of separation has loomed over every step Argentina have made.
    — James Horncastle, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • The garden's pond reflects the lovely surrounding scenery, and the harmonious beauty is enjoyable with every step and across the changing seasons.
    — Hiroshige Yazawa Japan News, Arkansas Online, 19 July 2026
Definition of step
Noun
  • Joe, a former musician, is stuck in a creative rut, while Angela is obsessively trying to fill the growing distance between them.
    — Emily Zemler, Architectural Digest, 10 July 2026
  • Neptune retrograde in Aries commences on this day, urging us to break out of our emotional and professional ruts and to reignite our dreams.
    — Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
Definition of rut

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