walk over 1 of 2
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as in sniff (at)
to show contempt for
a conceited boss who constantly walks over employees
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Recent Examples of walkover
Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 1 June 2025
On average, there were slightly fewer retirements and walkovers in the early portion of the season between 2015 and 2024 than there had been between 2005 and 2014.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 16 Mar. 2025
New York’s long-term QB plan remains unclear, but signing Wilson and its draft possibilities mean there should not be a divisional walkover this season.
—Ben Standig, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Wild Card Alexandra Eala of the Philippines advanced to the quarterfinals by walkover after Paula Badosa of Spain withdrew with a low back injury.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
For instance, since 2009, there have been 50% more retirements or walkovers in the men’s draw of the U.S. Open, the final major of the year, than in the Australian Open, which takes place eight months earlier in January.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 16 Mar. 2025
Look for beach walkovers on Highway 98, which will lead you to the sand while protecting the natural plant life and dunes.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2025
For amenities like restrooms, a handicap accessible walkover, ample parking, and a lifeguard on duty, consider the Santa Clara Regional beach access.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2025
The Texans had a walkover win over a flawed Chargers team that wasn’t ready to play playoff football.
—Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 17 Jan. 2025
Phrase
Shelton caught some fortune too, getting a walkover in the second round from France’s Hugo Gaston, the diminutive and underpowered craftsman of clay court tennis.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 1 June 2025
On average, there were slightly fewer retirements and walkovers in the early portion of the season between 2015 and 2024 than there had been between 2005 and 2014.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 16 Mar. 2025
New York’s long-term QB plan remains unclear, but signing Wilson and its draft possibilities mean there should not be a divisional walkover this season.
—Ben Standig, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Wild Card Alexandra Eala of the Philippines advanced to the quarterfinals by walkover after Paula Badosa of Spain withdrew with a low back injury.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
For instance, since 2009, there have been 50% more retirements or walkovers in the men’s draw of the U.S. Open, the final major of the year, than in the Australian Open, which takes place eight months earlier in January.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 16 Mar. 2025
Look for beach walkovers on Highway 98, which will lead you to the sand while protecting the natural plant life and dunes.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2025
For amenities like restrooms, a handicap accessible walkover, ample parking, and a lifeguard on duty, consider the Santa Clara Regional beach access.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2025
The Texans had a walkover win over a flawed Chargers team that wasn’t ready to play playoff football.
—Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 17 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for walkover
Noun
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But the race ended in a landslide: Media outlets called the race for Grijalva within minutes of early returns.—
Laura Gersony,
AZCentral.com,
23 July 2025
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In 2022, nearly 68% of voters approved the Environmental Bond Act — a landslide vote demanding investments in clean water, climate resilience, and environmental protection.—
Laura Shindell,
New York Daily News,
20 July 2025
Noun
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The stop is part of a GOP tour of the state that began Monday in Fort Worth and meant to keep lit the Republican passion that fueled the landslide sweep of Texas by President-elect Donald Trump and GOP gains at the state and congressional levels.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Kentucky State Police arrested nearly 200 people and seized over $640,000 worth of drugs during a statewide sweep.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Oh, Hi! and the Pete Davidson-starring thriller The Home don't stand in the way, next week is going to be a good old fashioned Marvel vs. DC blowout at the box office.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
20 July 2025
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Some went all out with an overseas blowout, while others kept things low-key, surrounded by just immediate family at a favorite local place.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
18 July 2025
Noun
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Winner of the Tony for Best Musical among a raft of prestigious awards, the diabolically funny romp was based on a novel by Roy Horniman.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 July 2025
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McConnell finished with 12 points, nine rebounds, six assists and four steals in 24 minutes of Indiana’s 108-91 Game 6 romp of OKC.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Even his victories felt temporary, because defenders of nature have to win again and again to keep wild places wild, while despoilers of nature only have to win once.—
Michael Grunwald
July 21,
Literary Hub,
21 July 2025
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At the Diamond League, Bednarek finally tasted victory.—
Paras J. Haji,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Noun
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This four-bedroom townhome, centuries old but newly remodeled, was in the town of Bayeux, famous for the tapestry that recounts the 1066 Norman conquest of England.—
Thomas Fuller,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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As Macron landed in London on Tuesday, it was announced that the Bayeux Tapestry, illustrating the Norman conquest of England in 1066, would be returning to the UK on loan for the first time in more than 900 years.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 July 2025
Noun
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The big number: $2.25 million That’s roughly the walkaway money going to J.J. Spaun for winning the U.S. Open.—
Alex Sherman,
CNBC,
19 June 2025
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Despite the walkaway, CDCR said nearly all who leave such programs without permission are eventually apprehended — a rate of 99% since 1977, officials touted in the news release.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2025
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“Walkover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walkover. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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