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as in to tread
to go on foot
I walked slowly to school
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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
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a nondenominational church that attracts worshippers from every walk of life
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Recent Examples of walk
Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
Bohnert was wearing a denim Alexei Lalas shirt and spotted a stranger walking by with the same outfit.
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Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
2 July 2026
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
With two outs and one on in the 11th, Doval (3-1) intentionally walked Riley Greene, then issued consecutive walks to Hao-Yu Lee and Torkelson.
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ABC News,
1 July 2026
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Verb
Who a Rucking Vest Is For Buyers range from beginners walking the neighborhood to elite athletes chasing competition standards.
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Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
Bohnert was wearing a denim Alexei Lalas shirt and spotted a stranger walking by with the same outfit.
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Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
2 July 2026
Noun
Rucking, the practice of walking a set distance while carrying a weighted pack on your back, has surged in popularity as men over 40 look for low-impact ways to fight muscle loss, protect bone density and burn far more calories than a regular walk.
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Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
With two outs and one on in the 11th, Doval (3-1) intentionally walked Riley Greene, then issued consecutive walks to Hao-Yu Lee and Torkelson.
—
ABC News,
1 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for walk
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Initially, both teams looked to be treading carefully, wary of a misstep now in the knockout stage.
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That said, the USMNT's postgame presser won't be the only instance where a team hopes World Cup reporters will tread lightly.
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Periodic epidemics struck colonial port cities in the late 1700s, NLM records show.
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The vehicle struck a second 2007 Honda Pilot, which spun and hit a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, the crash report said.
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While Swift has not publicly confirmed the relationship, the two were seen together on several occasions after being photographed for the first time together while taking a stroll through Central Park in New York City.
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Anne Hathaway shows off her baby bump on a stroll in New York City on June 29.
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The warning sign against Japan came when Casemiro picked up a yellow card in the 14th minute for a clumsy foul on the edge of the area.
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Wildlife officials caught and euthanized two alligators in the area, which measured 12 feet and 13 feet.
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But new security measures are now in place for the promenade that leads into Universal Studios Hollywood.
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There’s going to be a promenade for people who want to stroll along the perimeter.
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Tellingly, Rhaenrya has to step through the blood to get to the Iron Throne.
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As Maher walked on stage to receive his award from 2014 awardee Leno, up stepped impressionist Friend from the audience to interrupt the proceedings.
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That meant three rounds of interviews, three onboarding cycles and three rounds of institutional knowledge walking out the door.
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So much has changed in the world since her last match at this tournament and yet everything felt so familiar when the now-44-year-old walked out on court to warm up for her first singles match since the US Open in 2022.
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The department said the tragedy is an important reminder to drivers to always make sure children are not left in cars, especially in hot weather.
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Additional details are expected to be released on Monday, the department said.
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“Walk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walk. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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