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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
Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 7 Mar. 2026
Right-wing influencer Jake Lang walks with a goat and supporters at a protest organized by the influencer on Saturday in New York City.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 7 Mar. 2026
The trails range from paved shrine walks to longer forest routes in Oku Senbon, covering about 5 to 10 miles roundtrip with steady elevation gain.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
Then Kellner and Partida drew walks to load the bases.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
As the former Harry Potter star walks away, another audience member—a stranger—leans across the aisle.
—Eliana Dockterman, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
If Cade Mays walks for a heavy pay day, Carolina might choose to replace him with a cost-effective rookie.
—Mike Kaye
updated March 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
Shah Alam, dressed in a hoodie, walks toward the officers, occasionally holding out his hand.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Thomas, who's a CPST, walks us through the top car seat mistakes — and how to fix them.
—Andee Tagle, NPR, 28 Feb. 2026
Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
The Red Sox were out-hit 10-5, drew three walks and struck out 14 times.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
Daily walks are another way to take advantage of brain-boosting cardio.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 6 Mar. 2026
Texas draws two walks and a hit batter, but the Longhorns can't push across a run.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Song, who was signed in the offseason to a four-year, $15 million deal after nine seasons in the KBO, began the spring 0-for-5 but has four hits and two walks in his past 13 plate appearances.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
The result has been a lot of walks — 56 in the first 12 Cactus League games.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Two starts into 2026, Ohman has surrendered just six hits and two earned runs across 13 1/3 innings, striking out 19 against five walks.
—Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Travelers will be able to park, see their plane from the lot, move through security and board quickly – a contrast to the long walks and crowds at major hubs.
—Ken Molestina, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
So far Watson has allowed six runs over five Grapefruit League appearances, giving up seven hits, two walks and hitting a batter while striking out three.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 7 Mar. 2026
Right-wing influencer Jake Lang walks with a goat and supporters at a protest organized by the influencer on Saturday in New York City.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 7 Mar. 2026
The trails range from paved shrine walks to longer forest routes in Oku Senbon, covering about 5 to 10 miles roundtrip with steady elevation gain.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
Then Kellner and Partida drew walks to load the bases.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
As the former Harry Potter star walks away, another audience member—a stranger—leans across the aisle.
—Eliana Dockterman, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
If Cade Mays walks for a heavy pay day, Carolina might choose to replace him with a cost-effective rookie.
—Mike Kaye
updated March 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
Shah Alam, dressed in a hoodie, walks toward the officers, occasionally holding out his hand.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Thomas, who's a CPST, walks us through the top car seat mistakes — and how to fix them.
—Andee Tagle, NPR, 28 Feb. 2026
Noun
Dayhikes range from short 1- to 2-mile waterfall walks to longer 5- to 10-mile paths with substantial elevation gain.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
The Red Sox were out-hit 10-5, drew three walks and struck out 14 times.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
Daily walks are another way to take advantage of brain-boosting cardio.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 6 Mar. 2026
Texas draws two walks and a hit batter, but the Longhorns can't push across a run.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Song, who was signed in the offseason to a four-year, $15 million deal after nine seasons in the KBO, began the spring 0-for-5 but has four hits and two walks in his past 13 plate appearances.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
The result has been a lot of walks — 56 in the first 12 Cactus League games.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Two starts into 2026, Ohman has surrendered just six hits and two earned runs across 13 1/3 innings, striking out 19 against five walks.
—Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Travelers will be able to park, see their plane from the lot, move through security and board quickly – a contrast to the long walks and crowds at major hubs.
—Ken Molestina, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for walks
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At Prada Group, Miu Miu continues to grow while the main brand treads water.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
24 Feb. 2026
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That could skew the monetary policy outlook, which treads a delicate balance.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
6 Feb. 2026
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However, Maher revealed right after that this statement came from former President Barack Obama’s administration about airstrikes on Libya, not Trump on his Iran strikes.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
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Other analysts agree that markets will likely recover from the Iran strikes in the long-run.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
9 Mar. 2026
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It’s made for everything from seaside strolls to city days and won’t leave you overheating.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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For beachside strolls or a round of tiki drinks, layer on a lightweight bamboo cotton coverup and slip into these easy flat sandals to pull the whole look together.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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Biggest bird losses in areas warming most The biggest locations for acceleration of bird loss were in the Mid-Atlantic, the Midwest and California, the study found.—
Seth Borenstein,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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The 14th Congressional District covers parts of north and south Charlotte as well surrounding areas including Huntersville.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
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Rihero Mesh Ballet Flats If last spring and summer were any indication, mesh flats will be back on city sidewalks and seaside promenades again in no time.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
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Bolsa Pacific is to include more than 15 acres of open space, including private spaces for residents, open-air promenades and a network of walking trails.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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The boy died at the hospital just steps away from where he was struck, cops said.—
Julian Roberts-Grmela,
New York Daily News,
5 Mar. 2026
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So the question of when, or whether, Michaels steps away remains open.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Saoirse walks out of that meeting, threatening to quit.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
12 Feb. 2026
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Go to feel the ground shake and the sky roar when Mahendra Singh Dhoni walks out to bat.—
Samanth Subramanian,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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Aramco, the world’s largest oil producer, saw more of its fields under attack over the weekend.—
Christine Burke,
Bloomberg,
8 Mar. 2026
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Our college students will not have the opportunity to be taught by the best and brightest in some very important and sophisticated fields.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Walks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walks. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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