Thesaurus results for TRAVERSE

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verb

trə-ˈvərs

Definition of traverse

as in to cross

to make one's way through, across, or over the spider traversed the wall from end to end

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Recent Examples of traverse

Verb

The game is split between both areas, though players can use the Spirit Mirrors to traverse between them. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026 In every Patina location, experiences evolve, deepen, and resonate differently with each individual, encouraging a more intentional way of living and traversing the globe. — Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

Noun

Here, Oliphant puts audience on both sides of the performance (the mirror effect of traverse staging always induces self-reflection) and, along with scenic designer Emmie Finckel, absolutely soaks the room in atmosphere. — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 20 May 2026 The painting shows one such traverse, the bargees poling the barge across the river. — Literary Hub, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for traverse

Recent Examples of Synonyms for traverse

Verb

India, as an ally of the United States, would be crossing a red line by offering direct or even indirect aid to Tehran, given the extensive sanctions placed on the regime.

— Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 31 Aug. 2026
Across from Laurel, a Black woman crosses her arms over her stomach, her short Afro behind a headband.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of cross

Noun

The bag is big enough to hold all your travel essentials—even a small umbrella or tablet—and features two slip pockets and one zip pocket inside.

— Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
Keep scrolling to shop comfy travel outfits worth packing, with standout staples starting at just $15.

— Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of travel

Verb

Traveling this way often becomes a collaborative experience, with guests, drivers, and guides working together to navigate challenging terrain and adapt to changing conditions along the way.

— Gwen Nicol, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2026
Her former colleague James Derby is also navigating the turbulent job market.

— Bri Buckley, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of navigate

Verb

Carillo delivered a speech so rousing, witty and tender all at once that following her became something of an impossibility.

— Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Braden Montgomery singled and Colson Montgomery followed with the three-run home run, giving the Sox a 4-0 lead.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of follow

Noun

The mountains, castles, and ruins of Ashina enable a unique traversal system.

— Aman Kumar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Aug. 2026
Logan is heavier, angrier, and far more comfortable getting his hands dirty, requiring the team to rethink everything from combat and traversal to the emotional story underneath all that Adamantium.

— Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of traversal

Noun

British Arctic expeditions used the north coast of Svalbard as a base for research, a tradition of scientific observation that continues across Svalbard today.

— Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
That personal expedition snowballed into an association, The Sun Trip, dedicated to promoting renewable energy, sustainable transport, and grassroots engineering through long-distance cycling expeditions.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of expedition

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