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as in treads
to go on foot
I walked slowly to school
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as in strolls
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 areas
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a nondenominational church that attracts worshippers from every walk of life
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as in promenades
a public place for strolling
San Antonio's famous River Walk ranks among the city's foremost attractions
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Recent Examples of walks
Devon Lum, Twin Cities, 8 Jan. 2026
Beat writer Lauren Williams walks us through a few theoretical trades here.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Charlie walks up first, followed by Stephenie, then Jenna, Dee, and Savannah.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Jan. 2026
Berto is seen walking back to his truck, while the Tahoe driver walks toward the front end of the Tahoe, looks down at the bumper and shakes his head before turning to point the firearm at Berto, the affidavit said.
—Timia Cobb
breaking News Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
When the cold, snow, and early sunsets make long walks difficult, dog parks offer a safe space for dogs to socialize and burn off energy instead of being cooped up indoors.
—Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2026
In another scene, Ryder eventually walks over and offers Rocky a plate of cookies.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 5 Jan. 2026
Locals take midday walks bundled in thick scarves and down jackets; their breath like clouds in the crisp air.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
This can include bike rides, walks around the block, hikes, trail runs, paddles or even hours spent on the back patio.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2026
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
On her advice, Reid began going for late-night walks and grabbing coffee in the early morning to avoid smelling the neighbor’s drugs.
—Saumya Roy, The Dial, 6 Jan. 2026
Fitness classes include beach spin, yoga, high-intensity interval training, lap swims, pilates, power beach walks, aerial silks, and dynamic movement.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026
Simple habits—like eating protein-rich breakfasts, taking short walks, and prioritizing veggies during meals—can improve blood sugar, heart health, and energy.
—Currie Engel, Health, 4 Jan. 2026
All walks of men and women alike have been victims of rape or some type of child abuse.
—NBC news, 4 Jan. 2026
Mercedes Woods describes his wild white hair and unlaced shoes; Shirl Gadson remembers his frequent walks and talks with her mother, Violet; Henry Pannell recalls Einstein giving out nickels to the neighborhood kids before sitting with Henry’s grandmother on the porch.
—Joshua Bennett, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2026
Winter activities involve brisk outdoor walks, holiday travel, and cozy movie marathons.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
Joining the Hound Group, this breed is a serious hunter and require brisk walks twice a day.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
Verb
The agent who fired approaches the vehicle, then walks away and tells other agents to call 911.
—Devon Lum, Twin Cities, 8 Jan. 2026
Beat writer Lauren Williams walks us through a few theoretical trades here.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Charlie walks up first, followed by Stephenie, then Jenna, Dee, and Savannah.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Jan. 2026
Berto is seen walking back to his truck, while the Tahoe driver walks toward the front end of the Tahoe, looks down at the bumper and shakes his head before turning to point the firearm at Berto, the affidavit said.
—Timia Cobb
breaking News Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
When the cold, snow, and early sunsets make long walks difficult, dog parks offer a safe space for dogs to socialize and burn off energy instead of being cooped up indoors.
—Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2026
In another scene, Ryder eventually walks over and offers Rocky a plate of cookies.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 5 Jan. 2026
Locals take midday walks bundled in thick scarves and down jackets; their breath like clouds in the crisp air.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
This can include bike rides, walks around the block, hikes, trail runs, paddles or even hours spent on the back patio.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2026
Noun
Its hands and feet are shaped to grip stroller handles securely, letting parents attach it during walks or errands.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
On her advice, Reid began going for late-night walks and grabbing coffee in the early morning to avoid smelling the neighbor’s drugs.
—Saumya Roy, The Dial, 6 Jan. 2026
Fitness classes include beach spin, yoga, high-intensity interval training, lap swims, pilates, power beach walks, aerial silks, and dynamic movement.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026
Simple habits—like eating protein-rich breakfasts, taking short walks, and prioritizing veggies during meals—can improve blood sugar, heart health, and energy.
—Currie Engel, Health, 4 Jan. 2026
All walks of men and women alike have been victims of rape or some type of child abuse.
—NBC news, 4 Jan. 2026
Mercedes Woods describes his wild white hair and unlaced shoes; Shirl Gadson remembers his frequent walks and talks with her mother, Violet; Henry Pannell recalls Einstein giving out nickels to the neighborhood kids before sitting with Henry’s grandmother on the porch.
—Joshua Bennett, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2026
Winter activities involve brisk outdoor walks, holiday travel, and cozy movie marathons.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
Joining the Hound Group, this breed is a serious hunter and require brisk walks twice a day.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for walks
Verb
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The Brit List script, which treads the line between black comedy and drama, is set in the early 20th Century Hungary where a village knitting club takes it upon themselves to poison their abusive husbands with arsenic.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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The album treads through womanhood, partnership, aging and dying, exposing the murky in the mundane.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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When severe wind strikes Southern California, the results can be destructive and deadly.—
Zach Boetto,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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That shift strikes me as familiar.—
Larry Magid,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Best Hikes Long before the area was designated a national park, the Lake District's lakeside strolls and hillside treks were already legendary, and inspired paintings and poems.—
Andrea Bussell,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Dec. 2025
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The home’s waterfront location in a more residential area is ideal for peaceful strolls along the river walk path, which is situated just outside the building.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
18 Dec. 2025
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Some might have expected Declan Rice alone to win those headers or harass the opposition in that manner, but the partnership between these two is about more than just Zubimendi allowing the England midfielder to burst into goalscoring areas.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Motorists should be alert for sudden changes in visibility due to the areas of dense fog.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Parks digitally delineated instead of outlined by the contours of our promenades.—
Paul Greenberg,
Time,
20 Sep. 2025
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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
Verb
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Paige Bueckers strolled into Unrivaled carrying the kind of aura that usually bends the room before a player ever steps on the floor.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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The Pope Francis Center is set to open Monday, steps away from Our Lady of Guadalupe.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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After turning the lock with his teeth and tongue, Dawson pushes open the front door and walks out into the night.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Readers meet Anne, who walks out of Eden not out of rebellion but love.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The fact that both these sports use rounded playing fields that are similar in size to an athletics track makes the transition easier, Coulson said.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
7 Jan. 2026
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Members will also have access to a spa, hiking, biking, fishing, clubhouse, fitness center, kids adventure center, family water park, outdoor sports fields and other amenities.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Walks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walks. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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