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as in walking
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as in leisurely
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as in wandering
to travel by foot for exercise or pleasure
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Recent Examples of strolling
Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 Apr. 2026
Outside, the Jill Griesse Historic Garden is always open for strolling among the magnolias and soaring plume poppies.
—Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Many of the posters pointed out the bitter irony of strolling through Disney World while sending troops to war in the Middle East.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2026
At the Kennedy Space Center Visitor’s Complex on Merritt Island, the Bialke family from Minnesota spent Saturday strolling through exhibits about NASA’s history and the future of commercial spaceflight.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Visitors come to the former silver-mining town for its renowned baths, strolling the pedestrian-only city center in yukata (a summer kimono) garb.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2026
After visiting the former residence of Luigi Magnani—critic, musicologist, writer, and art lover—and strolling through the park among its peacocks, including the spectacular white ones, one leaves with the awe that always accompanies the sight of art.
—Chiara Pizzimenti, Vanity Fair, 31 Mar. 2026
Those strolling around downtown Dallas this weekend might have noticed more tails, claws and snouts than usual.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
In the summer, strolling and biking along the four reservoirs completely reset my nervous system; in the winter, the water becomes a frozen playground where people of all ages build snowmen and figure skate to their heart’s content.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
The change of seasons opens up all sorts of possibilities, from long walks through woods to strolling along city streets to drives through the countryside.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 Apr. 2026
Outside, the Jill Griesse Historic Garden is always open for strolling among the magnolias and soaring plume poppies.
—Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Many of the posters pointed out the bitter irony of strolling through Disney World while sending troops to war in the Middle East.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2026
At the Kennedy Space Center Visitor’s Complex on Merritt Island, the Bialke family from Minnesota spent Saturday strolling through exhibits about NASA’s history and the future of commercial spaceflight.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Visitors come to the former silver-mining town for its renowned baths, strolling the pedestrian-only city center in yukata (a summer kimono) garb.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2026
After visiting the former residence of Luigi Magnani—critic, musicologist, writer, and art lover—and strolling through the park among its peacocks, including the spectacular white ones, one leaves with the awe that always accompanies the sight of art.
—Chiara Pizzimenti, Vanity Fair, 31 Mar. 2026
Those strolling around downtown Dallas this weekend might have noticed more tails, claws and snouts than usual.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
In the summer, strolling and biking along the four reservoirs completely reset my nervous system; in the winter, the water becomes a frozen playground where people of all ages build snowmen and figure skate to their heart’s content.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strolling
Adjective
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The property is also within short walking distance of some recognizable hot spots: the Staples Center and the Los Angeles Convention Center.—
Adam Lapetina,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2020
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These people are all within walking distance of one another in Rhinebeck.—
Ben Brantley,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2020
Adjective
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Many Parisian restaurants are relatively small, so tables fill up quickly and stay filled because dining is a leisurely event, with tables turning over less frequently.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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By the 1950s Madras print in the United States had become a popular style for Ivy League students, gentleman’s business attire, and leisurely vacation wear.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Wear it with sandals to the beach, throw on sneakers for wandering around town, and add a cardigan when the evening gets breezy.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2026
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In addition to wandering tourists, expect to see theater crew, set designers, actors, and matronly sensei in pastel kimonos and big, pinned up hairdos haunting the vicinity.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Just over eight minutes were remaining on the clock when the buzz kicked up inside Spectrum Center again, all because the usual main attraction was sauntering to the scorer’s table.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Jan. 2026
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The mall’s closure was a personal loss for him and many others who made lifelong memories sauntering the retail space.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
29 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Its appeal lies in its affordability and access to expansive outdoor recreation, including hiking and biking trails in Skyline Regional Park and Estrella Mountain Regional Park.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Airlines are hiking fares, and economists expect some food prices to rise due to the war's impact on fertilizer supplies.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The overall effect is one of decadence laced with a creeping sense of horror.—
Charlie Jane Anders,
Washington Post,
7 Feb. 2023
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As a child, she was plagued by anxiety and the creeping sense that adults, especially her mother, were keeping secrets from the kids.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Jan. 2023
Verb
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Forget cows ambling in biodiverse pastures.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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Seattle is an outdoor lover’s paradise packed with things to do in all four seasons, from summer hiking and fall leaf-peeping to winter snow sports and ambling around downtown in the spring, when the rain starts to ease up and summer crowds haven't yet arrived.—
Scott Bay,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Breakfast here is an unhurried affair, with options ranging from continental classics to Chinese, Arabic and health-focused selections.—
Vicki Power,
TheWeek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Travel, particularly the unhurried kind, is genuinely therapeutic right now.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Strolling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strolling. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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