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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
Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 9 May 2026
Junior right-hander Kaidence Rumachik went the distance, striking out nine and scattering seven hits and two walks to pick up the pitching win.
—Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Students organized walks along the roadway so community partners, including Clark and Strong Towns founder Charles Marohn, could get a better idea of how certain potholes, trash cans placed in bike lanes and the general road structure were deterrents for biking and walking.
—Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
Prospective buyers have multiple colorways to choose from here, including iterations with reflective accents that will make your nighttime walks that much safer.
—Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Each morning, before clients arrive, the apartment is reset—floors vacuumed, curtains straightened, candles lit—so that by the time someone walks in, everything feels effortless.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 7 May 2026
McDaniels walks a tightrope every game in this regard.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026
As a pitching staff, the Reds’ 46 walks this month were 13 more than any other team entering Thursday night.
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Atlanta capitalized on three Rockies walks in the eighth inning — two by Zach Agnos, one by Jaden Hill — to score four runs and tie the game, 6-6.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 2 May 2026
Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Detmers issued a career-high six walks, after walking just nine hitters in his first seven starts.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 9 May 2026
Some passengers are reportedly venturing out to the outer decks for walks and bird watching, Hattuta said.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Bennett was ultimately charged with four runs over 5 1/3 innings with six hits, two walks and one strikeout.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
King issued two walks and struck out six, but Burleson pulled a changeup out to right in the fourth.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
Melendez threw a complete game with five strikeouts and no walks.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Ideal for everyday errands, travel days, dog walks, and concerts, Quince’s elevated sling bag is an essential on-the-go accessory.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
Their first came from Lizzy, age 17, who asked how teamwork played a role in the success of the Artemis 2 mission, to which Koch emphasized the importance of teamwork across all walks of life.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 1 May 2026
Verb
Jenin, West Bank — Ali al-Samoudi gingerly walks down the steps toward his home.
—Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 9 May 2026
Junior right-hander Kaidence Rumachik went the distance, striking out nine and scattering seven hits and two walks to pick up the pitching win.
—Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Students organized walks along the roadway so community partners, including Clark and Strong Towns founder Charles Marohn, could get a better idea of how certain potholes, trash cans placed in bike lanes and the general road structure were deterrents for biking and walking.
—Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
Prospective buyers have multiple colorways to choose from here, including iterations with reflective accents that will make your nighttime walks that much safer.
—Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Each morning, before clients arrive, the apartment is reset—floors vacuumed, curtains straightened, candles lit—so that by the time someone walks in, everything feels effortless.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 7 May 2026
McDaniels walks a tightrope every game in this regard.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026
As a pitching staff, the Reds’ 46 walks this month were 13 more than any other team entering Thursday night.
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Atlanta capitalized on three Rockies walks in the eighth inning — two by Zach Agnos, one by Jaden Hill — to score four runs and tie the game, 6-6.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 2 May 2026
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Mariners starter Emerson Hancock, who had just six walks in his first six games, gave up three walks in the fourth inning.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Detmers issued a career-high six walks, after walking just nine hitters in his first seven starts.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 9 May 2026
Some passengers are reportedly venturing out to the outer decks for walks and bird watching, Hattuta said.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Bennett was ultimately charged with four runs over 5 1/3 innings with six hits, two walks and one strikeout.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
King issued two walks and struck out six, but Burleson pulled a changeup out to right in the fourth.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
Melendez threw a complete game with five strikeouts and no walks.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Ideal for everyday errands, travel days, dog walks, and concerts, Quince’s elevated sling bag is an essential on-the-go accessory.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
Their first came from Lizzy, age 17, who asked how teamwork played a role in the success of the Artemis 2 mission, to which Koch emphasized the importance of teamwork across all walks of life.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for walks
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Very much like last year, the market just treads water.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2026
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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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There’s Staud’s pretty poplin style that looks effortless with sleek strappy sandals and a floppy sun hat, or Merlette’s artful wrap dress that strikes a subtle statement on date nights and post-work cocktail hours alike.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
11 May 2026
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This two-piece set, which includes a vest and trousers, strikes the right balance between put-together and fashion-forward.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Together, the pieces create a relaxed, breezy, resort-ready silhouette that transitions from beach towns to evening strolls.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2026
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Children hoisted high on shoulders, retirees on morning strolls and hundreds of others at Lincoln Park Zoo chatted in anticipation of seeing a baby rhinoceros’ first public appearance yesterday morning.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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People such as López often act as unwanted eyes and ears in resource-rich areas of Latin America, the most deadly region in the world for environmentalists, according to the nongovernmental organization Global Witness.—
Marlon González,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Wharton’s ability to punch the ball into attacking areas from deep is the skill that sets him apart.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Wander the cobblestone promenades, watch lively street performers, and navigate the famous food colonnade to sample iconic local eats before heading out to the nearby Boston Harbor waterfront.—
Cameron Sperance,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 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
Verb
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In Taipei, Cheng spoke to CNN just steps away from the towering bronze statue of former KMT leader Chiang Kai-shek, whose defeat by communist forces during the Chinese civil war eight decades ago led to his retreat to the island – sowing the seed of tensions across the Taiwan Strait ever since.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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Midtown takes the number two spot, with a residential area just steps away from jobs, arts and university districts.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
Verb
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The woman stands and walks out.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Apr. 2026
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Video of his arrest shows an armored vehicle parked in the front yard as Abugharbieh walks out the front door with his hands up and a bath towel tied around his waist.—
Isabel Rosales,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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In the blueberry capital of Georgia, where flat coastal plains stretch out on either side of the road, there’s a good chance travelers will drive past fields of bushy blueberry crops growing in long, monotonous rows.—
Olivia Wakim,
AJC.com,
10 May 2026
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This small village on the Côte d’Azur, in France, is scented with fields of jasmine, rose, and lavender.—
Kelley Manley,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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“Walks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walks. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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