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as in roads
a passage cleared for public vehicular travel
the town honored the local sports hero by naming after him a short way connecting two shopping centers
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2
as in habits
a usual manner of behaving or doing
she's set in her ways and is not about to change
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as in paths
an established course for traveling from one place to another
took the regular way to work
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as in tendencies
an established pattern of behavior
that's just his way, so pay him no mind
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as in methods
the means or procedure for doing something
figured out the best way to accomplish the task
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as in options
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
have it your way
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as in distances
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
it's just a little way down the road
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Recent Examples of ways
While Monaco’s most familiar draws remain high-octane, glitzy events like the Formula One Grand Prix and the Yacht Show, there are quieter ways to experience this tiny principality.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
Through most of the Cold War, nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction were, in bizarre ways, supposed to contribute to stability or even keep the peace.
—Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
This could go one of two ways, like most things.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
In what ways could the California Department of Education and/or the state Legislature help San Mateo County’s school districts?
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
There’s a lot of ways sci-fi can go.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 26 May 2026
The coach, too, matters in ways that go beyond tactics.
—Karl Moore, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Announced Tuesday, the Mavericks and Kidd mutually agreed to part ways, ending a coaching tenure that began in 2021 and concluded with an even 205-205 regular-season record.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 May 2026
Their directing philosophy was to navigate sequences in the ways that make the characters’ emotions most visually apparent.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 19 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
Through most of the Cold War, nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction were, in bizarre ways, supposed to contribute to stability or even keep the peace.
—Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
This could go one of two ways, like most things.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
In what ways could the California Department of Education and/or the state Legislature help San Mateo County’s school districts?
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
There’s a lot of ways sci-fi can go.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 26 May 2026
The coach, too, matters in ways that go beyond tactics.
—Karl Moore, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Announced Tuesday, the Mavericks and Kidd mutually agreed to part ways, ending a coaching tenure that began in 2021 and concluded with an even 205-205 regular-season record.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 May 2026
Their directing philosophy was to navigate sequences in the ways that make the characters’ emotions most visually apparent.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ways
Noun
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There was no estimated time for when the cleanup would be completed and the roads would reopen.—
Elyssa Kaufman,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Though Lake Austin runs about 20 miles, true private waterfront is limited by geography, existing ownership, public parkland, older roads, steep banks and protected coves.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Select plants with similar growth habits to achieve the highest yield.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2026
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The researchers also emphasized that regular grape consumption cannot replace traditional sunscreen or sun-safe habits, and that the study relied on a highly concentrated grape powder rather than occasional, casual snacking.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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The two climbed to the top of the victory stand at the 106th CIF State Track & Field Championships at Veteran’s Memorial Stadium on Saturday, taking decidedly different paths.—
Steve Brand,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Turang has been crafty on the base paths, recording nine steals on 11 attempts.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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Even so, there is a real responsibility on the introverted leader to understand how their natural tendencies land with the people around them and how to be most effective within that awareness.—
Bill Koch,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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This summer, Disneyland is leaning all the way into its patriotic tendencies.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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Nepali climbers are now the ones overseeing the securing of the routes up the mountain, and the fixing of the rope lines that help clients navigate the most difficult sections.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The Fortress can be taken off the road, too, via an addition Extreme offroad Suspension system that can handle any unexpected routes, while the four-wheel drive can tackle mud, snow, rocks, in addition to being a statement-making daily driver.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Establish the right principles, deliver it with the right language and methods, and all tides will rise.—
Spencer Nusbaum,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Insurance technology Insurers have also adopted different methods of assessing risk that have combined to raise premiums, Bach said.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Circular doorways open to a game room anchored by a bright orange billiards table, while a professional salon is outfitted with a hair-washing station.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
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The balls of hair left outside of doorways where someone has been killed have a Blair Witch flavor.—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
27 May 2026
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The other thing to consider with the current goalie depth chart is Buffalo’s two young options.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Center fielder Alek Thomas and utility man Tyler Fitzgerald are also potential options that wouldn’t require a 40-man roster move.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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