boardwalks

noun

plural of boardwalk
as in promenades
a public place for strolling the town's old-fashioned beachfront boardwalk has been a tourist attraction since the 1920s

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Recent Examples of boardwalks Instead of high-rise hotels, bustling boardwalks, and crowded public beaches, visitors will find a quiet barrier island where nature takes center stage. — Abby Price, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 Observation points and boardwalks offer prime spots for wildlife viewing, too. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026 Laced together like an elegant necklace by boardwalks, their polished stainless-steel exteriors reflect the water and the sky with cinematic precision. — Lauren Keith, Robb Report, 30 May 2026 Its 60-mile coastline offers both bustling boardwalks and quieter spots like Surfside Beach, which is ideal for families. — Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026 In 1979 the current station replaced the old one, the station’s seven single-story buildings are built on steel struts 1 to 2 meters above the ground and are connected by wooden boardwalks. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2026 What to See and Do See Waterfalls Of the roughly 100 waterfalls scattered throughout the park, Brandywine and Bridal Veil Falls are especially easy to see, accessed via short boardwalks. — Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boardwalks
  1. promenades
  2. walkways
  3. malls
Noun
  • An odd couple—one a goblin squeezed into an improbable trench-coat onesie, a fedora, and high heels—promenades down a steep incline while other strollers come and go.
    — Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026
  • In response, the county’s designers added a small park, greenery and an extended public promenades through the property from Main Highway to William Avenue and Charles Avenue, the historic street that marks the site of Miami’s oldest Black settlement.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
Definition of promenades
Noun
  • Plant this annual in containers, hanging pots or to edge beds and walkways for a pop of season-long color.
    — Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
  • These spaces sit alongside pedestrian-friendly walkways and open areas, encouraging movement and activity throughout the site.
    — Bridget Borgobello July 04, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
Definition of walkways
Noun
  • Some child daycare programs can be exempt from licensing if parents and guardians are on the same premises and if they are not operated on certain sites, including malls or ski facilities.
    — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 9 July 2026
  • Browse local boutiques, surf shops, bookstores, and specialty stores for a unique souvenir, or spend a few hours exploring nearby outlet malls and large shopping centers.
    — Abby Price, Southern Living, 9 July 2026
Definition of malls

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