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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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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
Upstairs, Café Rincon is an excellent, casual eatery with fabulous Costa Rican coffee (some of which is roasted onsite) as well as a pastry case laden with buttery croissants and inventive pastries and a menu with such ways to start the day as breakfast burritos and acai bowls.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 2026
There are two ways for carriers offering nonstop Asia-Europe flights to bypass the closed Middle Eastern airspace.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
In an effort to revitalize California's dying downtowns, state lawmakers are looking at ways to stop restaurants and retailers from going out of business and to fill vacant and boarded-up spaces.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
How to use boob tape The good thing about boob tape is that there are so many different ways to use it—and with so many different outfits.
—Adrianne Webster, Glamour, 3 Mar. 2026
The district also is looking at ways to reduce discretionary spending and eliminate redundancy, such as consolidating software platforms, reducing travel expenses, cutting department and building spending and bringing some services in-house.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
The cast found ways to pay tribute to their on-screen selves through their clothing for the evening.
—Carly Witteman, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
So, there are two ways this can go.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 25 Feb. 2026
Cadillac’s approach with a wide touch-screen, a dial controller, and—in some instances—a separate control panel and a passenger screen, allow multiple ways to control everything in the car.
—Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 2026
There are two ways for carriers offering nonstop Asia-Europe flights to bypass the closed Middle Eastern airspace.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
In an effort to revitalize California's dying downtowns, state lawmakers are looking at ways to stop restaurants and retailers from going out of business and to fill vacant and boarded-up spaces.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
How to use boob tape The good thing about boob tape is that there are so many different ways to use it—and with so many different outfits.
—Adrianne Webster, Glamour, 3 Mar. 2026
The district also is looking at ways to reduce discretionary spending and eliminate redundancy, such as consolidating software platforms, reducing travel expenses, cutting department and building spending and bringing some services in-house.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
The cast found ways to pay tribute to their on-screen selves through their clothing for the evening.
—Carly Witteman, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
So, there are two ways this can go.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 25 Feb. 2026
Cadillac’s approach with a wide touch-screen, a dial controller, and—in some instances—a separate control panel and a passenger screen, allow multiple ways to control everything in the car.
—Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ways
Noun
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Hydroplaning is the term for when a vehicle begins sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Mar. 2026
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Morris mentioned pedestrian caps possibly being built along various roads in the downtown area to encourage people to explore local businesses more easily.—
Hedija Spahalic,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Mar. 2026
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That’s thanks not only to overall market performance but consistent savings habits by 401(k) participants, Fidelity noted.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Your blood sugar naturally rises in the morning, but habits can influence how much and how long.—
Caitlin Beale,
Health,
3 Mar. 2026
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Accessibility The paths aren’t paved, and some of the tents, like ours, are up a relatively steep hill.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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General Daily Insight for March 09, 2026 Cosmic wisdom can guide us to unexpected paths forward.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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Shirley Jackson had four kids and dirty hair, plus psychic tendencies.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Mar. 2026
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But organizing systems that align with your natural tendencies — rather than fighting them — are easier to maintain over time.—
Julianna Chen,
Dallas Morning News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Ukraine's state rail operator Ukrzaliznytsia said damage to the rail infrastructure forced changes to a number of routes in the center-west of the country.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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Ukraine's state rail operator, Ukrzaliznytsia, said damage to the rail infrastructure forced changes to a number of routes in the center-west of the country.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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There are several methods to consider, depending on factors like your plan for the space after removal and your budget.—
Daniel Scott,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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Co-founder Gabriel Saragovia, a civil engineer turned first-time hotelier, sought to make the unique oasis accessible to outside visitors, but only through sustainable methods.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Corrigan said volunteers are instructed not to stand in doorways, crowd hallways or be a fire hazard, among other things.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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In Libertyville, Burden’s new house was built in 2005 and has 4½ bathrooms, 10-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, millwork and arched doorways.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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The order-to-go coffee is properly made, and the pastry options are substantial.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Mar. 2026
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Bars have had a lot of success with non-alcoholic options, including mocktails and non-alcoholic beers and have expanded their food and social activities, said Wadford.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Ways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ways. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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