Definition of pathwaynext
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as in route
the direction along which something or someone moves the long, winding pathway of the river before it meets the sea

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Recent Examples of pathway Researchers also suspect a second, less established pathway. Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026 Also, at the new stations the pathway between the train tracks and the escalator casings is significantly narrower than at the older stations. Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026 Others are trying to build new pathways around it. Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 18 May 2026 The stability of the region is paramount to any lasting pathway to a permanent end to the war. Callum Sutherland, Time, 18 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for pathway
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Noun
  • The causeway is also home to one of Miami’s most popular running paths, an 8-mile stretch with turquoise ocean views.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
  • As boldly charismatic as Caballero appeared on stage, his path to performing in the family circus was hardly clear-cut.
    Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2026
Noun
  • The mourners started arriving hours early — veterans in uniform, strangers clutching American flags, police officers lining the route — all for a Massachusetts World War II Navy veteran many feared would be buried alone.
    Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 20 May 2026
  • Accessibility The hotel entrance is connected to accessible guest rooms via an accessible route with elevators.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
Noun
  • The two, who have lived at the home since 2020, received criticism after the estate’s previous owner, Sir Terence Conran, who died in 2020, reportedly allowed locals to use the private footpath.
    Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
  • RadarOnline is reporting that the youngest sister of the Princess of Wales and her husband, James Matthews, are in the middle of a dispute about a footpath running through their country estate.
    Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • The bottoms don’t just feel more elegant, but are a quick way to make outfits appear upscale whether they’re styled with a T-shirt and sneakers or a button-up shirt and ballet flats.
    Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
  • Either way, grab a drink or coffee at the lobby bar or stroll an expansive veranda outfitted with fire pits, walking paths, and the aforementioned ocean view before your room is ready.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
Noun
  • Authorities say the deadly violence happened on the popular Atlanta walking and biking trail on the 1700 block of Flagler Avenue NE, just north of the Montgomery Ferry overpass, slightly after noon.
    Dan Raby, CBS News, 14 May 2026
  • Easy trails lead to roaring Nugget Falls, while boardwalks along Steep Creek offer chances to spot spawning salmon and black bears.
    Josh Rivera, USA Today, 14 May 2026

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“Pathway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pathway. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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