WADING (THROUGH) Synonyms: 29 Similar Words

wading (through)

verb

present participle of wade (through)

as in slogging (through)

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turning over

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Burbank has objected to turning over mixed-use lanes to the BRT, saying the regular traffic will back-up or spill over into nearby neighborhoods.

— Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 20 July 2026
Kushner said the utility had cooperated with the investigation, turning over data and making PG&E staff available for interviews.

— Matthew Ormseth, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026

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