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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
Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 16 Aug. 2025
The idea that this idiot could just casually walk through a rift in space to get to an infinite closet was just an absurd throwaway gag in the first season.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025
Kelly Puente, Nashville Tennessean, 24 July 2025
On the other side of the harbor, about a 15-minute walk from Saegreifinn, the Grandi district is an industrial zone breaking out with creative spots.
—New York Times, 24 July 2025
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Verb
In a sweet video promo posted on both Instagram accounts, Danny is seen walking with Elena and personally inviting her to go on tour with him during the months of September and October.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 16 Aug. 2025
The idea that this idiot could just casually walk through a rift in space to get to an infinite closet was just an absurd throwaway gag in the first season.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
Airport officials have estimated the walk as less than five minutes.
—Kelly Puente, Nashville Tennessean, 24 July 2025
On the other side of the harbor, about a 15-minute walk from Saegreifinn, the Grandi district is an industrial zone breaking out with creative spots.
—New York Times, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for walk
Verb
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Still, the Giants need to be making up ground — not treading water — no better time than this week.—
Evan Webeck,
Mercury News,
11 Aug. 2025
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The two fought, treading water and splashing each other before her partner swam in to join the fray.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Disney struck a multi-year deal for a licensed Alamo Beer product, with limited distribution planned for 2025 and a nationwide rollout in 2026.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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Former Republican congressman Reid Ribble told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that while modern politics is all about fighting, no one is striking a real blow here.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater 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,
13 Aug. 2025
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The area’s greatest economic driver after the end of the lumbering trade in the early 20th century has been and continues to be iron ore mining.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Geneva, meanwhile, radiates diplomacy and cosmopolitan grace—its lakeside promenades framed by swans and sailboats, and the Jet d’Eau rising like a silver plume.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Greenways and pedestrian promenades designed to connect to surrounding neighborhoods.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Verb
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At each August and September event, people can stroll through the shopping center to shop for sale items at displays on the sidewalk in front of merchant businesses.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
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Ornate ironwork, bridges, waterfalls, a snaking river, and lush landscaping make this an enjoyable spot to stroll and relax.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
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After Haner granted the mistrial, the mother walked out of the courtroom and into the attorney holding room where her son was sitting.—
Stephanie Kuzydym,
The Courier-Journal,
15 Aug. 2025
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The couple walked out of prison after serving two and a half years, and have always maintained their innocence.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Neither Tait nor the police department immediately responded to PEOPLE’s request for comment.—
Rachel DeSantis,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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At both events, the local police departments showed off the skills of the departments’ police dogs.—
Richard Requena,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Park near Front Street and follow a narrow path that’s been open to the public since 1892 — a one-mile stretch of weathered cobblestones and boardwalk along Nantucket’s eastern cliffs, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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Do not allow children to run on boardwalks, and keep them close to you.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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“Walk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walk. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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