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as in to tread
to go on foot
I walked slowly to school
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as in stroll
a relaxed journey on foot for exercise or pleasure
we went for a long walk outside because it was such a nice night
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a nondenominational church that attracts worshippers from every walk of life
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Recent Examples of walk
Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 17 June 2025
When New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza intentionally walked a pinch-hitting Freddie Freeman in front of him in a tie game in the eighth inning, there wasn’t much consternation.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 6 June 2025
Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
Belinda Long, a Ramona Pride committee member, said the message participants want to send with the walks, which stretched from Collier County Park near Eighth Street to 12th Street this year, is one of peace and kindness for all people.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
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Verb
Right Now The indoor-outdoor design of the house allows residents to easily walk from the main living area to the covered patio and access the outdoor kitchen, alfresco dining area, or comfy lounges.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 17 June 2025
When New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza intentionally walked a pinch-hitting Freddie Freeman in front of him in a tie game in the eighth inning, there wasn’t much consternation.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 6 June 2025
Noun
The walks will go by the historic train station, the Orlando Health complex before ending through residential areas.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
Belinda Long, a Ramona Pride committee member, said the message participants want to send with the walks, which stretched from Collier County Park near Eighth Street to 12th Street this year, is one of peace and kindness for all people.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for walk
Verb
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Progressives demanded unified opposition before President Donald Trump announced U.S. strikes against Tehran’s nuclear program but party leaders were treading more cautiously.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2025
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Gill is batting where Tendulkar and Virat used to tread at no. 4.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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The barrage led Israel’s defense minister to overtly threaten Iran’s supreme leader. Israel, meanwhile, struck Iran’s heavy water reactor, part of the country’s nuclear program, which its government insists is meant for peaceful purposes only.—
Elena Becatoros,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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The air force also struck a nuclear weapons development site in the area of Natanz.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Inside safety: Anything that is plugged into an electrical outlet is dangerous to touch when a thunderstorm is in the area.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
26 June 2025
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As of last Wednesday, the long cobblestone stretch on West 14th Street from Ninth to 10th avenues has been transformed into a landscaped promenade for public art, events, seating and community gatherings.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
23 June 2025
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Now a design for the promenade will be finalized, which, importantly, officials said, will help with determining a budget for the project.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
18 June 2025
Verb
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Barkov strolled onto the rebound with the nearest Oiler completely unescorted.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2025
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The surrounding streets are a pleasure to stroll, particularly the wide Corso Italia, where families gather around benches under the trees and couples peruse the boutiques’ window displays.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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About five hours after his arrest inside 26 Federal Plaza, Lander, joined by his wife and Gov. Hochul, walked out to cheers and applause from supporters gathered outside the courthouse.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2025
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To make sure she’d get booed, Becky Lynch walked out in Bears gear.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Noun
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After a federal lawsuit accused USDA's data demand of violating federal privacy laws, a senior official said in court filings that data would not be collected until the department satisfied legal requirements and could ensure the data would be appropriately safeguarded.—
Jude Joffe-Block,
NPR,
24 June 2025
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Develop internal processes that ensure departments work with IT to identify where workflows intersect with risk.—
Daniel Root,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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The lobster is lightly tossed in mayo, held together on a buttery roll and, with a squeeze of lemon, eating that bad boy on the boardwalk makes for a fantastic summer kickoff.—
Kaitlyn Rosati,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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Lobo recalled being in Atlantic City for a tournament and a group of boys came up to her on the boardwalk asking for a photo.—
Doug Feinberg,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
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“Walk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walk. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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