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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
Jonny Lieberman, Robb Report, 12 May 2025
Forbes: Why is walking and cycling safety the focus this year?
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 12 May 2025
Crim went hitless in 11 at-bats with a walk and a run scored.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2025
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Verb
Marek Reichman, Aston’s chief creative officer and executive vice president, walked us through the Vantage Roadster’s admittedly familiar sheet metal.
—Jonny Lieberman, Robb Report, 12 May 2025
Forbes: Why is walking and cycling safety the focus this year?
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Noun
The Langford homer, plus three walks, were the lone blemishes in an otherwise outstanding game by Dollander.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 12 May 2025
Crim went hitless in 11 at-bats with a walk and a run scored.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for walk
Verb
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Who, exactly, does the driver think will tread on his rights?—
Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
9 May 2025
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It’s all left Democratic leaders on and off of Capitol Hill treading delicately to an elusive balance to appease both camps — or at least not infuriate one of them.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
5 May 2025
Verb
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The suspect allegedly pointed the gun, which had an extended magazine, at the officer, who opened fire, fatally striking the teen.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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Virtue, who scored 102 goals this season, struck the back of the net three times, while sophomore Lexington Zorumski and seventh grader Katerina Koutrakos each added two for the Scots.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2025
Noun
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On a day when the Kansas City attack wasn’t at its best, Miller played a key role for a back line that repeatedly came up clutch inside its penalty area.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
9 May 2025
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There have been 403 measles cases confirmed in Gaines County, a rural area about an hour-and-a-half west of Lubbock.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Visitors and locals wander the promenade, stopping in boutiques, surf shops, and restaurants where the day’s catch is often on the menu.—
Pismo Beach Conference and Visitor Bureau,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2025
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The grass promenade along the sand, shaded by coconut palms, is a favorite for locals.—
Chris Wallace,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Challenging the narrative Defense attorney Stuart Adelstein strolled over to the lectern, his eyes piercing the jurors just feet away from him.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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The Courant reported, in a story written in 1991, when the Pedlar approached its 100th anniversary, that the inn had seen many famous people stroll into its Victorian-style lobby and its dining room.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
10 May 2025
Verb
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That was the man who walked out smiling, a little overwhelmed but entirely calm, into the late afternoon Roman sunshine, to the roars of a stunned and exhilarated crowd.—
Anna Rowlands,
Time,
12 May 2025
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Pat McAfee Pat McAfee walked out with a football jersey, but wrestled shirtless.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
Noun
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The College For Creative Studies Fashion Design Program is recognized as the largest and most equipped fashion accessory design department in the United States.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Educational opportunities often appear in other commercial deals with universities, including in apparel deals between athletic departments and companies like Nike and Adidas.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
3 May 2025
Noun
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Founded in 1984, the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center features a boardwalk for scenic walks, aquariums filled with tropical fish, nature programs, kayak tours, and a butterfly garden.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
2 May 2025
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Spanning across the watery haven is a kilometer-long boardwalk made of smooth, wooden planks, comfortably wide enough for my wheelchair.—
Cory Lee,
AFAR Media,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Walk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walk. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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