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as in keys
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
hopefully, my college degree will be a gateway to a high-paying job
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as in doors
the means or right of entering or participating in
Denver is the gateway to the West
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Recent Examples of gateways
And while the film industry is one often considered to be ruled by informal gateways and insider circles, thus far, the Rover team hasn’t encountered any pushback from directors uneager to share their secrets.
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Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 20 May 2026
The historic walls are the natural starting point — a mile‑long circuit framing everything from medieval gateways to modern political murals.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
Gaiman works like The Sandman and American Gods have served as inviting gateways to imaginary worlds for multiple generations of readers and viewers.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 13 May 2026
To take back control, companies have to give up on walled gardens and build gateways.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 May 2026
There was some interesting stuff in my mom’s boyfriend’s closet, but no gateways to other realms.
—Mac Barnett, Longreads, 5 May 2026
Why the Great Lakes are cruising’s next frontier Industry observers note that Great Lakes cruising continues to expand, with multiple lines adding itineraries through ports such as Rochester, New York and other regional gateways.
—Malika Bowling, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
First-round pick Monroe Freeling, third-round pick Chris Brazzell and fifth-round pick Sam Hecht should all have clear gateways to starting jobs in the form of immediate competition.
—Mike Kaye
april 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
More than 80 percent of international trade consists of goods transported by sea, which means that straits are vital gateways and choke points.
—Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 20 May 2026
The historic walls are the natural starting point — a mile‑long circuit framing everything from medieval gateways to modern political murals.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
Gaiman works like The Sandman and American Gods have served as inviting gateways to imaginary worlds for multiple generations of readers and viewers.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 13 May 2026
To take back control, companies have to give up on walled gardens and build gateways.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 May 2026
There was some interesting stuff in my mom’s boyfriend’s closet, but no gateways to other realms.
—Mac Barnett, Longreads, 5 May 2026
Why the Great Lakes are cruising’s next frontier Industry observers note that Great Lakes cruising continues to expand, with multiple lines adding itineraries through ports such as Rochester, New York and other regional gateways.
—Malika Bowling, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
First-round pick Monroe Freeling, third-round pick Chris Brazzell and fifth-round pick Sam Hecht should all have clear gateways to starting jobs in the form of immediate competition.
—Mike Kaye
april 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
More than 80 percent of international trade consists of goods transported by sea, which means that straits are vital gateways and choke points.
—Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gateways
Noun
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Rooms Across the 30 keys are a handful of different accommodation types.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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The pitcher and his coaches discussed focusing on previously successful drills and keys in his delivery as possible solutions to his struggles.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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All rooms feature wheelchair-accessible doors, lowered peepholes, light switches, and closet door handles; a roll-in shower or tub with grab bars; and teletypewriters and telecommunications devices available upon request.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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The shop officially opened its doors to ice cream lovers May 8 near the Charlotte Premium Outlets in Steele Creek, according to the brand’s social media channels.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2026
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Downtown businesses deal with the aftermath of folks relieving themselves in bushes, doorways and other out of sight places at night.—
Michael Perkins,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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How To Use Decoy Wasp Nests To try a fake nest in your own yard, look for a site that provides shelter from weather and protection from predators, like under eaves, near doorways or garbage cans, or in thick shrubs.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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Data from travel booking platform TrainPal shows that in April, purchases by UK residents of Eurostar tickets to France jumped 42% month-over-month and rose 25% year-over-year.—
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CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Along with the typical tickets, the band is offering VIP tickets for the tour that include a pre-show acoustic performance, a Q&A with the band, VIP lounge access, and exclusive merchandise.—
Patrick Damp,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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The hotel and its accommodations have been designed with accessibility in mind, including elevators, entrances, parking, restrooms, hotel rooms, and routes to and from all restaurants, meeting, and entertainment spaces.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Brush piles near the entrances to shallow bays and coves are other thick cover favorites of Holley’s.—
John Phillips,
Outdoor Life,
14 May 2026
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The two ambled around the metal gates that keep out the people who don’t belong in the official areas, circled around the paved walkway and made their way toward the Aronimink clubhouse.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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And that opened the gates, man.—
Charles Moss,
SPIN,
18 May 2026
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Ana Mosquera’s intricate compositions incorporate patterns derived from passports, visas, and bureaucratic security documents.—
Olga Garcia-Mayoral,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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Others were placed under house arrest, harassed or subject to extensive surveillance, or had their passports confiscated, according to prior NPR reporting and the findings of the United Nations and rights groups.—
Emily Feng,
NPR,
17 May 2026
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Book through various companies, such as Light Me Up Beach Bonfires, which will set you up at any of the nearby public beach accesses.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Gateways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gateways. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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