as in walks
to go on foot
to protect the fragile environment of the beach dunes, we must tread cautiously and lightly
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Recent Examples of treads
Blythe Copeland,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
The paper treads similar ground as previous research, which has noted large language models’ ability to search genomes for genes that have been sequenced after a patient was first seen in a hospital.
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Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
18 June 2026
In his typical spare and deliberate style, Romanian director Cristian Mungiu has crafted yet another Palme d’Or-worthy film that fearlessly treads into controversial issues in our society but pointedly doesn’t take sides.
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Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
18 May 2026
Very much like last year, the market just treads water.
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Michael Considine,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2026
The battle over affordable housing runs deep in Colorado, with the state mandating higher density in recent years and, in turn, being sued by cities that claim the legislation treads on their home-rule authority.
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John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
Robert Romanus, as Damone, would scalp Ozzy Osbourne tickets to his grandmother, and yet deftly treads the tightrope between cockiness and desperation.
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Gina Friedlande,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
The track treads with a cautious cadence through its first verse and refrain, then pauses.
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Marissa Lorusso,
Pitchfork,
24 Mar. 2026
At Prada Group, Miu Miu continues to grow while the main brand treads water.
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Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
This stone stays cool even in direct sunlight, with varied blues complementing the historic stonework and bluestone stair treads.
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Blythe Copeland,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
The paper treads similar ground as previous research, which has noted large language models’ ability to search genomes for genes that have been sequenced after a patient was first seen in a hospital.
—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
18 June 2026
In his typical spare and deliberate style, Romanian director Cristian Mungiu has crafted yet another Palme d’Or-worthy film that fearlessly treads into controversial issues in our society but pointedly doesn’t take sides.
—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
18 May 2026
Very much like last year, the market just treads water.
—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2026
The battle over affordable housing runs deep in Colorado, with the state mandating higher density in recent years and, in turn, being sued by cities that claim the legislation treads on their home-rule authority.
—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
Robert Romanus, as Damone, would scalp Ozzy Osbourne tickets to his grandmother, and yet deftly treads the tightrope between cockiness and desperation.
—
Gina Friedlande,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
The track treads with a cautious cadence through its first verse and refrain, then pauses.
—
Marissa Lorusso,
Pitchfork,
24 Mar. 2026
At Prada Group, Miu Miu continues to grow while the main brand treads water.
—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treads
Verb
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Kara talks her out of it, and when Ruthye walks away, Kara turns back to Krem and stabs him multiple times with a sword.
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Luca tries to apologize for that unsuccessfully and then just walks away from the pastry station.
Noun
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Gauff may be the best athlete in women’s tennis, but Świątek has the best footwork, the adjustment steps and tiny movements that take her to the ball and propel her from attack to defense and back again.
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A student also participated in the discussion, asking what steps officials are taking to improve safety in Towson for pedestrians, drivers, and residents.
Noun
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This isn't burnout, but profound uncertainty stemming from AI disruption, economic instability, and evolving career paths.
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The paths through the bush are infested with these ticks, as are many back yards.
Noun
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Luke Russert is returning to television, following in the footsteps of his father Tim Russert - once a household name on Sunday mornings in America.
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Now, following in the footsteps of singing icon Stevie Nicks — who had Barbie dolls made of her as a member of Fleetwood Mac and another as a solo artist featuring her Bella Donna album look — Cyrus has officially been immortalized in plastic.
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Wet soil is also prone to compaction from the weight of the mower, which may leave ruts in the yard.
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Mow a different direction each time the lawn is cut to avoid ruts in the turf.
Noun
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Larger retail footprints mean more logistics, more displays, and tighter timelines.
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The father noticed footprints in the snow that ended at a stone wall.
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There's a full rainbow of primal prints to explore, like this flowing calf-print caftan from Moroccan designer Fadila El Gadi.
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The bundle also includes an Arctic White Pocket Printer, which produces premium, waterproof, dye-sublimation prints with optional vintage effects.
Noun
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In Utah, federal land managers have closed public lands near the Cottonwood Fire as a precaution, and in New Mexico, forest officials closed campgrounds and trails near a wildfire burning in the Jemez Mountains.
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Authorities from multiple agencies have been searching for her both in the lake and on surrounding trails.
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“Treads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treads. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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