as in route
a direct way of passing along information or supplies an equipment hauler serves as the columnist's pipeline for gossip about the rock band the battle was ultimately lost because the enemy had destroyed our pipeline for resupply

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Recent Examples of pipeline But this isn’t just a pipeline problem; women everywhere need to start using AI tools in their daily lives and work. Erin Grau, TIME, 29 Jan. 2025 The Baltic Sea is home to a vast network of undersea power, telecommunications, and gas pipelines that link countries in northern Europe. Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025 The fragile ecosystems of Apalachicola Bay can hardly sustain these current challenges, much less the addition of another pipeline through its waters. Maya Shenefelt, Orlando Sentinel, 25 Jan. 2025 The Sundance-to-studio pipeline is a well-trod path — other notable graduates are Ryan Coogler and Taika Waititi — less common are filmmakers who take the journey back. Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for pipeline 
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Noun
  • Since the accident above the Potomac River, the Federal Aviation Administration has indefinitely suspended the use of most of those routes.
    Andy Rose, CNN, 5 Feb. 2025
  • Also, parents can help teens find the best route to take before getting behind the wheel.
    Anna Halkidis, Parents, 4 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Film has always been a conduit for comfort and renewal, and film festivals play a vital role in fostering a sense of connection.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
  • Quaid is an ideal conduit for Hancock's constantly surprising tale.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 22 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Another potential source of funding could be a new, one-time discretionary block grant to school districts of $1.8 billion, Magnuson said.
    Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025
  • Despite the loss, Washington's journey to this stage provided a source of excitement and pride to their supporters.
    Lydia Mee, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Millions of Americans — especially young people — have turned from traditional television outlets and newspapers to consume their news from podcasts, blogs, social media and other independent outlets.
    Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Jan. 2025
  • The resort has 300 suites and bungalows plus an impressive waterfront spa and seaside dining outlets (with three designed by interior architect Martin Brudnizki).
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Hosts Patrick Gomez and Janine Rubenstein will be holding things down as interviews and other coverage can be expected on PEOPLE and Entertainment Weekly's respective websites and social channels, including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.
    Marina Watts, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
  • YouTube has a ridiculous amount of content, so check out our list of the best YouTube channels for recommendations.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 31 Jan. 2025

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