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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
Arkansas Online, 11 Apr. 2026
Lily Heckathorn dominated in the circle in three innings of work, allowing not hits or walks and striking out nine batters in a perfect game.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
The man, wearing a yellow shirt and black shorts, walks up to the woman and immediately swings the hammer at her head.
—Gisela Salomon, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
In the footage, Andy walks alongside a new love interest (sorry, Nate), spinning down the street in front of the bar’s vintage signage.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026
Nathan knows the pain of lugging too much gear around airports, on shuttles, and on long walks to and from the cheapest long-term parking lots at many airports around the country.
—Nathan Allen, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
Tarek El Moussa — Heather's husband and Haack's ex — walks next to the pair, along with Haack's boyfriend Chris Larocca.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
The app walks you through connecting both the glasses and the R1 ring to your phone over Bluetooth, an easy process.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Barocio first appears to wave Delacruz away, then the group walks off camera, where eyewitnesses told police Barocio shot Laredo-Arellano in the mouth.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
Manny Machado, showing great command of the smaller zone, has juiced numerous rallies with walks such as his leadoff effort against Mariners closer Andres Munoz that began Wednesday’s game-winning, five-run rally.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Red Sox batters are tied for the third-fewest walks (61) in the AL, and are worse than league average in strikeouts.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Murakami had eight walks and 10 strikeouts during his 1-for-23 slump.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Villa Park starter Logan Hoppie allowed three runs on four hits with four strikeouts and two walks.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
Dogs are carried on their walks.
—Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
Simpson grounded into a run-scoring forceout in the second for a 3-2 lead against Gil, who allowed three runs, three hits and three walks in four innings.
—CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026
Caleb Trugman struck out 12 with no walks for Ayala.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
The man, wearing a yellow shirt and black shorts, walks up to the woman and immediately swings the hammer at her head.
—Arkansas Online, 11 Apr. 2026
Lily Heckathorn dominated in the circle in three innings of work, allowing not hits or walks and striking out nine batters in a perfect game.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
The man, wearing a yellow shirt and black shorts, walks up to the woman and immediately swings the hammer at her head.
—Gisela Salomon, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
In the footage, Andy walks alongside a new love interest (sorry, Nate), spinning down the street in front of the bar’s vintage signage.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026
Nathan knows the pain of lugging too much gear around airports, on shuttles, and on long walks to and from the cheapest long-term parking lots at many airports around the country.
—Nathan Allen, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
Tarek El Moussa — Heather's husband and Haack's ex — walks next to the pair, along with Haack's boyfriend Chris Larocca.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
The app walks you through connecting both the glasses and the R1 ring to your phone over Bluetooth, an easy process.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Barocio first appears to wave Delacruz away, then the group walks off camera, where eyewitnesses told police Barocio shot Laredo-Arellano in the mouth.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
Orioles starter Chris Bassitt matched Bibee, blanking the Guardians for five innings despite four walks.
—ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
Manny Machado, showing great command of the smaller zone, has juiced numerous rallies with walks such as his leadoff effort against Mariners closer Andres Munoz that began Wednesday’s game-winning, five-run rally.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Red Sox batters are tied for the third-fewest walks (61) in the AL, and are worse than league average in strikeouts.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Murakami had eight walks and 10 strikeouts during his 1-for-23 slump.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Villa Park starter Logan Hoppie allowed three runs on four hits with four strikeouts and two walks.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
Dogs are carried on their walks.
—Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
Simpson grounded into a run-scoring forceout in the second for a 3-2 lead against Gil, who allowed three runs, three hits and three walks in four innings.
—CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026
Caleb Trugman struck out 12 with no walks for Ayala.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for walks
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The battle over affordable housing runs deep in Colorado, with the state mandating higher density in recent years and, in turn, being sued by cities that claim the legislation treads on their home-rule authority.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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Robert Romanus, as Damone, would scalp Ozzy Osbourne tickets to his grandmother, and yet deftly treads the tightrope between cockiness and desperation.—
Gina Friedlande,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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This two-piece strikes the right balance between casual and stylish.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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The lightweight knit strikes the ideal balance between polished and utilitarian, dressing up a casual look in seconds.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Amazon’s clothing section is chock-full of wedding guest dresses, breezy maxis for coffee strolls, mini dresses for date night, and lightweight frocks that will keep you cool in the heat.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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My wife loves going down there and taking like strolls and walks and just eating good food.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Velvet banquette couches and mid-century modern furniture punctuate roomy seating areas throughout the hotel, along with two main restaurant venues, an elegant cocktail bar, and a cozy coffee shop.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Apr. 2026
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Parts of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are closed to the public after visitors encountered aggressive bears in two areas over the weekend, the National Park Service said.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Bolsa Pacific plans also boast more than 220,000 square feet of retail and 15 acres of open space, including private resident spaces, open-air promenades and a network of walking trails.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
15 Apr. 2026
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Beyond the parks and city promenades, there are trails where the blooms come with mountain air, quiet paths, and real elevation gain.—
Alexandra Gillespie,
Outside,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Jonathan Stout Orchestra, featuring Hilary Alexander, performed for the crowd, the ocean just steps away.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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These sculptures are sure to become just as iconic as Chris Burden’s Urban Light (2008) and Michael Heizer’s Levitated Mass (1969/2012), both steps away.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bama pitcher Vic Moten apparently got all those walks out of her system in the first inning.—
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
3 Apr. 2026
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The episode ends as John walks out among Carolyn’s cries.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The women farmers agree that in the chile pepper fields, the demanding nature of the work discourages men.—
Kamala Thiagarajan,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026
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Bartolo was born and raised in the Arkansas River Valley, where water rights sell-offs to Front Range cities in the 1970s decimated farm fields and towns.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Walks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walks. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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