1
as in to tread
to go on foot
I walked slowly to school
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
1
as in stroll
a relaxed journey on foot for exercise or pleasure
we went for a long walk outside because it was such a nice night
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a nondenominational church that attracts worshippers from every walk of life
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of walk
Julia Gomez, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2025
In footage posted to X (formerly Twitter) on April 15, Sweeney could be seen walking down an aisle in a dramatic white wedding gown featuring a strapless corset bodice and billowing princess skirt.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2025
Analisa Novak, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2025
Even 30 minutes of structure — walks, small creative tasks or meaningful conversations — can interrupt the cycle and return you to the present.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for walk
Verb
The trek would've been 7 miles had the toddler walked straight, the rancher said.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2025
In footage posted to X (formerly Twitter) on April 15, Sweeney could be seen walking down an aisle in a dramatic white wedding gown featuring a strapless corset bodice and billowing princess skirt.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
Michael Bown experienced this firsthand when his pitbull-mix, Millie, escaped during a walk in lower Manhattan after slipping out of her collar.
—Analisa Novak, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2025
Even 30 minutes of structure — walks, small creative tasks or meaningful conversations — can interrupt the cycle and return you to the present.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for walk
Recent Examples of Synonyms for walk
Verb
-
But shifting the focus from treading water to achieving a compelling goal creates motivation and forward momentum.—
Andrew Neal,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
-
There’s still much to be mined from this storyline — but tread carefully!—
Vlada Gelman,
TVLine,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
The scalloped edges strike again in this rattan tray, which can hold decorative items like an oversized knot sculpture or serve as a mini drink station in your home office—something Open Door alum Kathy Hilton once suggested to her daughter Paris. .—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
21 Apr. 2025
-
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said if Russia is genuinely ready to observe a full and unconditional ceasefire, Ukraine will mirror that approach and strike only in defense.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
The incident was reported Monday at 7:11 p.m., and the last update regarding this incident was released on Monday at 7:17 p.m. Past Incidents in the last 12 hours: There were no traffic incidents reported in this area for the past 12 hours.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
15 Apr. 2025
-
Meanwhile, law enforcement authorities reported that in polling areas 56 firearms were seized and more than 630 people, including individuals facing warrants for drug trafficking, homicide and nonpayment of child support, were arrested.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Now, according to the outlet, the building has been renamed and repurposed to Bell Works, and serves as a tourist attraction and unofficial town square, that includes an indoor promenade with shops and a food court.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
-
Be sure to walk the seaside promenade ringing the peninsula.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
Walking, riding, limping, trudging, scooting, strolling — all the various forms of low-speed locomotion — define the experience of being in New York.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
18 Apr. 2025
-
All to the excitement of onlookers strolling along the avenue, ending at Rockefeller Center to celebrate the day.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
Moments later, Tomas walked out of the house carrying Alicia, who was able to reunite with her father.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
-
Trump reportedly walked out of a negotiating session, and the Ivy League school ended up expanding elsewhere.—
Dan Alexander,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Dugan’s criminal complaint shows she has been charged with concealing an individual to prevent his discovery and arrest, and obstructing or impeding a proceeding before a federal department or agency.—
Kevin Breuninger,Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2025
-
Hegseth ordered each military department to review its military Equal Opportunity (EO) and civilian Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) programs, according to a memo dated Thursday and released Friday.—
Ellen Mitchell,
The Hill,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Elizabeth Bartlett reminisces about walking the boardwalk in John’s Pass, Florida, where her family would regularly vacation.—
Rick Muach,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Apr. 2025
-
The 10-foot-wide, four-block-long boardwalk is located between Georgetown Harbor and Front Street’s row of shops (don’t miss Waterfront Books) and restaurants.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Walk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walk. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share