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Definition of way in English: waynoun weɪweɪ 1A method, style, or manner of doing something; an optional or alternative form of action. I hated their way of cooking potatoes there are two ways of approaching this problem Example sentencesExamples - They will listen then encourage you to find a way to achieve what you want.
- Wilson is amongst a growing number of entrepreneurs trying to find a way of charging for music on the net.
- You made it the way you wanted to make it.
- So I think in the interim we need to find a way of helping the people that we have already promoted who are not good at this.
- It was the most spectacular way in which a poor boy could achieve fame and fortune.
- At what point is one allowed to say a religion is a threat to one's way of life?
- If we want the arts to be meaningful, we have to find a way to reintegrate art into our lives.
- People are going to find a way to enjoy themselves, even if it means breaking the law.
- Play and creative expression are ways in which children cope with and try to make sense of their experiences and of the world.
- They offer a wonderful chance to explore the medium of dance and find new ways of expression.
- The children must find a way to get rid of him before their parents get home.
- I hope they made it the way you like it.
- When we get there we'll find a way to survey the property and figure out a plan of action.
- But if he wants a gold medal, he will have to find a way of beating the French.
- My excuse is that while I'm working, it's the most convenient way of getting a good meal.
- This is a most practical way of helping people who are less fortunate than ourselves.
- Of course I don't do that; I try to find a way to please everyone, which is impossible.
- We had to find a way to help and it was fantastic to be able to do so.
- I also have to find a way of fitting all my Christmas presents in the car whilst managing to leave room for Lisa.
- He has nothing but awe for his mother; is his behaviour his way of trying to be worthy of her?
- Since there is no guarantee that these machines will be benign, it is vital we find a way to remain in control.
- Professor Hills said there was no easy way of predicting which view would prevail.
- I think there are different ways of interpreting the characters.
- One day I hope we may find a way but it will require work on my mother's part as well as mine.
Synonyms method, course of action, process, procedure, technique, system plan, strategy, scheme means, mechanism, routine, manner, approach, route, road Latin modus operandi - 1.1one's way One's characteristic or habitual manner of behaviour or expression.
it was not his way to wait passively for things to happen Example sentencesExamples - God's ways are not our ways, and God's methods are not always our methods.
- I am not in any way saying this to be antagonistic, nor to disparage anyone's beliefs; that isn't my way, or my purpose in starting this.
- All three plays were enjoyable and engaging in their own eccentric ways and all three directors deserve praise.
- They challenge human standards, because God's ways are not our ways.
- It would be easy to rest on our laurels, but that isn't my way - and it isn't public television's, either.
- I hope it results in them changing their ways and showing greater respect to other cultures.
- She is reliable and efficient and, in her sweet way, shows the people around her how much she cares about them.
Synonyms manner, style, fashion, mode, method practice, wont, habit, custom, characteristic, policy, procedure, convention, fashion, use, routine, rule trait, attribute, mannerism, peculiarity, idiosyncrasy, oddity conduct, behaviour, manner, style, nature, personality, temperament, disposition, character Latin modus operandi, modus vivendi formal praxis - 1.2ways The customary behaviour or practices of a group.
my years of acclimatization to British ways Example sentencesExamples - We have a tradition of discretion on the island but perhaps he isn't quite used to island ways.
- They remained determined to practise the ways of their ancestors.
- Morgana was happy to see that some people still respected the old ways and the reign that was so rightly hers.
- With a large British community living in Cyprus the hospitable islanders are well used to British ways.
Synonyms customs, conventions, ways, way of life, way of doing things, traditions, practices, custom and practice, procedures, habits, usages - 1.3 The typical manner in which something happens or in which someone or something behaves.
he was showing off, as is the way with adolescent boys Example sentencesExamples - I just rang my brother to ask his advice but, as is always the way when you really want to speak to someone, he's out!
- Perhaps this has always been the way and the public was just more naive then.
- That's always the way when an accomplished team gets into that position of strength.
- 1.4 A particular aspect of something; a respect.
I have changed in every way Example sentencesExamples - Yet, this is in many ways a very careful revision as Young's personality is preserved.
- In some ways, it doesn't work.
- In some ways, it's a victim of its own success.
- It's all rather messy in lots of ways.
- Their strengths are complementary in numerous ways: all they have to do is team up in a more productive fashion.
- It was also a serious step because we know both Bob and Kate to some degree and respect them in many ways.
- Even Drake, who was far from a child when he first met Hon Shun, had grown up in many ways these past months.
- The concept alone is offensive in at least half a dozen different ways, so you have to admire the sheer gall of the Media Lunch team.
- Although the book is excellent in many ways, some aspects of it are troubling.
- They are splendid in every way.
- On the one hand, those are things we still respect in many ways.
Synonyms aspect, regard, facet, respect sense, feature, detail, point, particular, characteristic, question, connection - 1.5with adjective A specified condition or state.
the family was in a poor way Example sentencesExamples - The vessel is in a poor way and its listing is getting worse.
- So clearly if he's alive, he's in a bad way.
Synonyms state, condition, situation, circumstances, position predicament, plight informal shape
2A road, track, or path for travelling along. in place names No. 3, Church Way Example sentencesExamples - At the end of the road turn left and continue along Drovers' Way and the property to be sold is the last house on the left-hand side.
- The West Highland Way is second only to the Pennine Way in the hall of fame of British long-distance footpaths.
- In the past the Great Silk Road was not only a trade way but also an important road between East and West, North and South.
- At this time it is unclear as to whether the Walton Way was a salt way or rather the best route to a convenient crossing of the Trent.
Synonyms byroad, byway, bridleway, bridle path, path, pathway, footpath, towpath, trail, track, road, street, alley, alleyway, roadway, passage, thoroughfare - 2.1 A course of travel or route taken in order to reach a place.
can you tell me the way to Leicester Square? Example sentencesExamples - We went part of the way by bus, and walked the rest.
- When they got in there they signed in for their teacher and kept on talking all the way to ninth period math class.
- A Scottish cycle route sign pointed the way and we decided to take some pictures.
- Excuse me, which way is it to the nearest town?
- Can you tell me the way to Wapping?
- The red dots of paint with which Cretan walkers have marked the way are not always easy to spot.
- It's not very well signposted, and we lost our way trying to reach it, but the hunt was well worth while.
- We kept a good pace and started using our own routes to make our way to checkpoints.
- He slept most of the way there and back.
- Mr Rickwood said they will be planning the details of the route along the way.
- Police sealed off main roads along the way to allow the protesters to march through.
- Is this the way to Donaghcloney?
Synonyms road, roadway, street, thoroughfare, track, path, pathway, lane, avenue, drive, channel route, course, direction - 2.2 A specified direction of travel or movement.
we just missed another car coming the other way Example sentencesExamples - I peeked across the cafeteria toward Emmett, grateful that he wasn't looking my way.
- You met him in Newgate Street; Which way was he going?
- Sadly, the man wasn't going our way but he was very friendly.
- Which way was he facing?
Synonyms direction, bearing, course, orientation, line, run, tack - 2.3 A means of entry or exit from somewhere, such as a door or gate.
I nipped out the back way Example sentencesExamples - That evening, when Gary was done closing up for the night, he bid Mr. McCullough goodbye, stepped out the back way, mounted his bike, and headed home.
- ‘Tell you what though, there's a couple of flashlights in the control room. We'll pop out the back way, grab them and come back and give you a hand!’
- There is a second way in at the back.
Synonyms door, doorway, gate, exit, entrance, entry, portal route - 2.4 A distance travelled or to be travelled; the distance from one place to another.
they still had a long way ahead of them figurative the area's wine industry still has some way to go to full maturity Example sentencesExamples - A short while later they where standing on a hill with the city a short ways behind them.
- Does he really need to go all the way to the North of England to find this out?
- It was a ways off in the distance and it was hard to get an estimate as to how far away it was.
- If you have to go to Reading or Glastonbury, it's quite a way to travel from the north of England.
- You can see in the aviation-mishap status update below that we have quite a ways to go to reach our goal.
- Yes really, we travelled all the way from Glasgow to Lake Molveno in northern Italy on a bus.
- I walked a little ways back up the drive and paced back and forth under the chestnut tree.
- A short way further along the passage they came to a steel ladder, bolted into the wall and running up through a lightless shaft to the upper levels.
- Once I had reached a little ways beyond the last place I checked I decided to turn around.
- They reached a good ways down the tunnel when Caleb felt his weakness starting to finally take over.
Synonyms distance, length, stretch, journey, extent space, interval, span, gap, separation - 2.5 A period between one point in time and another.
September was a long way off Example sentencesExamples - It seemed such a long way off, and now, suddenly, the wedding is imminent.
- So, as long as we've got them, we don't have to worry about William becoming king, because that's quite a long way off.
- Spring is a long way off.
Synonyms period of time, time, stretch, term, span, duration - 2.6 Travel or motion along a particular route; the route along which someone or something would travel if unobstructed.
Christine tried to follow but Martin blocked her way Example sentencesExamples - While it's uncertain whether the protest and subsequent meeting will prevent cuts, the way the governor's staff handled the whole affair is instructive: I'm told that technically they could have been arrested for blocking the way.
- They forced their way through a wall of brush and then took wire cutters to a rusting barbed wire fence that stood in their way.
- There he was standing in my way in the hallway.
- They asked me to get out of the way so they could take photographs of her alone.
- Travelling at the same speed as lorries, we lost count of the number trying to bully us out of their way.
- That is why I was standing in the way at the door.
- 2.7one's way Used with a verb and adverbial phrase to intensify the force of an action or to denote movement or progress.
I shouldered my way to the bar Example sentencesExamples - Seeing that she seemed uncomfortable with the situation, he began to worm his way to the door.
- Della must have gone already, I think as I inch my way down the hall.
- So we get back in the car and start inching our way up the hill.
- I wend my way through the crowd before the artist interview begins.
- The truly outstanding athlete always fights his way to the top, no matter what the odds.
- I climbed up and navigated my way over the top of the bales unsteadily.
- I nodded and watched as Alex weaved his way through the throng of people that were emerging from D block.
- Her uncle weaves his way through the maze of chairs to reach her.
- Bradford is clawing its way up the recycling ladder.
- An uncomfortable thought wormed its way to the front of my brain.
- Adam wormed his way through the crowd to his hut.
- 2.8informal with modifier or possessive A particular area or locality.
the family's main estate over Maidenhead way Example sentencesExamples - Hes over Bristol way to see about some wrought iron.
- I really value the comments from the people who live up that way.
- Hey, you know Sellersville isn't all that far from Philly, for anyone who's down that way, and I will be there too.
- I might be coming up your way in a short while!
Synonyms locality, neighbourhood, area, district, locale, quarter, community, region, zone, part informal neck of the woods, parts British informal manor North American informal hood, nabe
3waysParts into which something divides or is divided. the national vote split three ways Example sentencesExamples - Under the scheme, the cost of the property would be divided three ways between the buyer, a bank or building society and Government.
- Policymakers at the Bank of England were split three ways for the second consecutive month when they held interest rates at 5% two weeks ago.
4Scottish formal A person's occupation or line of business. Synonyms work, line of work, line, occupation, profession, career, employment, job, day job, position, pursuit, vocation, calling, field, sphere, walk of life, trade, craft 5mass noun Forward motion or momentum of a ship or boat through water. the dinghy lost way and drifted towards the shore Example sentencesExamples - Children under the age of 10 must wear a specified personal flotation device at all times on any vessel when the vessel is under way and they are in an open area of the vessel.
- The vessel under way is bound to keep clear of another at anchor.
6waysA sloping structure down which a new ship is launched. Example sentencesExamples - So the bottle would have had to be broken on her bow to send her down the ways on that day.
- It was a favorite vantage point from which many of them had watched many other Bath Iron Works ships slide down the ways.
adverb weɪweɪ informal 1At or to a considerable distance or extent; far (used before an adverb or preposition for emphasis) his understanding of what constitutes good writing is way off target my grandchildren are way ahead of others their age Example sentencesExamples - She can also smoke, drink and indulge way beyond the limits of human endurance.
- This has changed, and the grey bar now heads way off to the right of the screen.
- The ball is rolled to Baxter who has a pop from a distance and shoots way over the bar.
- In every region of England the Greens were way ahead of them in European elections.
- There is no doubt that the United States is way ahead of the United Kingdom in so many ways.
- The great problem is that the effect of the disease has been felt way outside of agriculture.
- We lay on her bed with our arms round each other and just talked and kissed till way past two.
- 1.1North American as submodifier Much.
I was cycling way too fast Example sentencesExamples - They find it hard to charge for their services; they usually give way more than they ask for, and this means they scrape by.
- People may mock, but it's way better than my real social life.
- You should just become a rocker; it would be easier to explain and looks way cooler.
- I'd actually always thought she was way cooler than him, and was keen to hang out.
- If he is moving along too fast or seems to like you way more than you like him, let him go.
- 1.2US usually as submodifier Extremely; really (used for emphasis)
the guys behind the bar were way cool Example sentencesExamples - ‘Dad, you never told me we had any way cool relatives!’
- I wanted to pay some appreciation to some way cool blog people - I don't know these people beyond the blog, but I appreciate their presence around here!
Synonyms extremely, very, exceedingly, exceptionally, especially, extraordinarily, tremendously, vastly, hugely, abundantly, intensely, acutely, singularly, significantly, distinctly, outstandingly, uncommonly, unusually, decidedly, particularly, eminently, supremely, highly, remarkably, really, truly, mightily, thoroughly, to a fault, in the extreme, extra
Phrases Nearby, especially on the opposite side of the street. we went for a meal in the Italian restaurant across the way he watched the lighted windows of a flat across the way the family from over the way were joining in the argument Example sentencesExamples - It's not a nice thing looking out at other family members living across the way, with no heating or lighting; that's why we allowed them to connect up to us.
- He has that garage over the way, but he's an odd one.
- I used to go to Sherington school, just over the way, and there's no way that many kids were driven to school when I was a nipper.
- ‘The woman and her husband moved in across the way from us when we lived in Birkenhead,’ explained Miles.
- Next they went to the fire hydrant across the way on the other street and finally they got water.
- My father's mother lived downstairs, my mother's mother lived across the road and all my uncles and aunts lived in the building across the way or the building behind.
- Now Jake and Marcy are happily divorced - Jake, indeed, lives in a trailer parked across the way from the family's beachside home.
- Soon, hopefully, there will be a computer, blocking my view of the perfect family across the way.
- I was sitting on the balcony a little while ago, enjoying the cool breeze, and noticed someone walking around in an apartment across the way.
- The only green space is the graveyard across the way from the hospital - there's nowhere to get fresh air or play.
- There's a nice view of the street and the park across the way.
1Have started one's journey. she telephoned her office to say she was on her way Example sentencesExamples - The officer had been on his way to an armed robbery with lights and sirens blazing, and admitted travelling between 50 and 60 mph in a 30 mph zone.
- We started walking towards town together and he explained he was on his way to a job interview as a nurse's aide.
- Then the carriage started moving and we were on our way.
- They were on their way to watch the 15-year-old take part in rugby training.
- A month later, Elle and I were on our way to Germany along with other freshmen and juniors and seniors.
- They could be on their way to beating the big-league record of 29.
- Come on let me get my stuff then we will be on our way back to the house.
- As soon as the first cub was born, it was clear to the animal keepers and the vet that more were on their way.
- We climbed into my old, beat-up car and were on our way.
- We packed swiftly and were on our way within half an hour, totally oblivious to the incredible journey that still lay ahead.
- 1.1informal Go away.
on your way, and stop wasting my time! Example sentencesExamples - They were very aggressive me and told me to be on my way.
- We decided to sleep in the car, but a ranger came around with a flashlight and told us to be on our way.
Synonyms go away, depart, leave, take oneself off, take off, get out, get out of my sight
By a great amount; by far. we were the best team by a long way Example sentencesExamples - We are not resigned to this yet by a long way and, considering we only had five days notice of this meeting it's amazing how many people turned up to support us.
- We're already the cheapest by a long way, so I don't see prices coming down to compete with another high fares airline.
- The instances I have cited aren't the first, not by a long way.
- Saturday night's gig was our best so far, by a long way.
- They're still the best team in the world by a long way.
- After all, it's cheaper than re-mortgaging by a long way!
- ‘We weren't good enough by a long way,’ he said.
- It has been a very good season but it is not over by a long way.
- The adversarial system is not serving us well at the moment, not by a long way.
- As I said last year, it's not over, not by a long way.
Synonyms much, very much, considerably, markedly, immeasurably, decidedly, greatly, significantly, substantially, appreciably, noticeably, materially, signally by a great amount, by a good deal, by a long chalk, by a long shot, by a long way, by a mile, far and away
Incidentally (used to introduce a new, less important topic) oh, by the way, while you were away I had a message Example sentencesExamples - Did you know, by the way, that Portugal is the world's largest producer of cork?
- The physical design and layout of the book, by the way, are as good as they possibly could be, given its great length.
- The current process, by the way, has been in place more or less unchanged for over fourteen hundred years.
- Thursday, by the way, is also the day that our new kitchen gets delivered.
- Thanks for your kind thoughts and e-mails, by the way, they're very much appreciated.
- The report she quotes, by the way, is available through this site, but only if you're prepared to pay for it.
- Check out his blog by the way - it was always good and keeps getting better.
- You should really read your employer's policies on discrimination against gay men, by the way.
- Anyone with an interest in how it all worked should have a look at this morning's Washington Post, by the way.
- By the way, have you ever noticed that doctors in hospitals tend to talk about you to their medical students as though you don't even exist?
Synonyms incidentally, by the by, in passing, en passant
1So as to pass through or across; via. he travelled by way of Canterbury Example sentencesExamples - This was also the period in which Buddhism spread throughout China, arriving by way of India.
- He returned to the main post in the vestibule by way of three long connecting buildings on Wilkins Road.
- It was August, sunny and hot, and we were on a trip from Iowa to Wyoming by way of the scenic wonders of South Dakota.
- He traveled no farther than four miles outside of Nevaharday by way of the trade route.
- It resembles Arabian couscous, from which it probably originated, traveling to the Spanish colonies by way of the mother land.
- We made it there in the end, although admittedly by way of thirty-odd roundabouts, and sat at a long dim table in a corner where four of the lights had blown.
- He voted in Texas, then made his way back to Washington by way of Columbus, Ohio.
- The heart then pumps the oxygen-rich blood through the body by way of arteries.
- We by-pass a farm with fine barns and cross another idyllic little stream by way of four large stepping-stones.
- They passed from cellar to cellar by way of holes in the walls.
- Drive on to reach a viaduct, cross this and turn immediately right by way of a metal gate into Cairnsmore Estate.
2Constituting; as a form of. ‘I can't help it,’ shouted Tom by way of apology Example sentencesExamples - It may even be that the House may find it necessary to place some arbitrary limit on awards of damages that are made by way of punishment.
- The team has had plenty of glory days in the past, but of late their efforts have brought little by way of reward.
- Maybe I should post a few of them by way of illustration.
- She stood her ground. A year later, her boss bought her a £7,000 piano by way of apology.
- He claimed he'd only sent some of the items by way of an apology.
- What would be necessary by way of reparation, apology, atonement for that to be acceptable?
- Although the reference is to a change resulting from a court or tribunal ruling, that is by way of example.
- Almost three quarters of the way through his reign, he has accomplished virtually nothing by way of political reform.
- I asked whether it was a nice gesture of my host that he'd managed to collate the past decade's songs by way of a celebration.
- Now, by way of thanks, he is being awarded the freedom of East Lothian.
non-compliance with the rules is punishable by way of a fine Example sentencesExamples - Bryson makes his way through the British countryside, towns and cities by way of bus, train, or on foot.
- Agree in advance by way of a contract what you wish them to do and what the charges will be on an hourly basis.
- Well, the Constitution can be changed by the people by way of a referendum.
- Several car manufacturers are expected to pass on the excise reliefs to the consumers by way of reduced prices.
- She gave birth to a healthy baby boy three years ago by way of in vitro fertilization.
- Unfortunately, this has been passed on to farmers by way of lower prices paid to farmers.
- They add to the local economy through knowledge transfer by way of training, research and development.
- A past district governor of Rotary illustrates this by way of his personal experience on the streets of Malawi.
- Fans had applied for passes to these gigs by way of a text message and lottery-draw system.
- The majority of cost increases come by way of contracted pay and benefit hikes.
Happen or become available to one. he did whatever jobs came his way Example sentencesExamples - We accept any job that comes our way not realising how efficient we are at it.
- What I want for my children is for them to be resilient, to be able to cope with whatever comes their way.
- We will have to deal with whatever comes our way.
- They should be really well prepared for whatever comes their way after I leave.
- He can give you hope and the strength to endure whatever hard times come your way.
- Only once you're in and established does it get easier as jobs start coming your way.
- We are given pain relief in our society for whatever ailment comes our way.
- I appreciate this might be against the rules of blogging and am prepared to take whatever punishment comes my way.
- I think it is important to grab whatever work is coming my way.
- I think he is guilty, as the pictures show, of throwing more than one punch and he has to accept whatever punishment comes his way.
- I want to be in a position to withstand whatever challenge might come my way.
- Then, you can get through whatever comes your way, whatever happens.
get (or have) one's (own) way Get or do what one wants in spite of opposition. she got her way about going to art school Example sentencesExamples - This is a man so obsessed with having his own way that he does not see party unity as being of any great importance; a truly dangerous position to take.
- Well, if they have their way, it is likely to change a lot.
- But she has a reputation for getting her own way and that, coupled to her closeness to the First Minister, could be good news - if her way is the right way.
- He said: ‘If developers have their way there will be a conurbation stretching from Oxenhope to Keighley.’
- If the TV executives in this Los Angeles office have their way, America will soon get the chance to watch imported African TV shows 24 hours a day.
- Over the past 6 years, he got used to having his way in the party - whether by sulking at the mildest of criticism, or by cracking the whip on apparatchiks.
- If the two tennis enthusiasts have their way, every youngster in St Lucia will benefit from free lessons in a sport still considered strictly for the well-to-do.
- If she's volatile, puts you down or insists on having her way, she's not a good candidate for best friend material.
- As it turns out, Adams did get his way in the end.
- Powerful people in powerful places may prefer that some questions go unanswered, and some opinions remain unheard - but that doesn't mean they'll have their way.
- And it would seem the editors and producers are either too ignorant or too lily-livered not to let them have their way.
- He is a sweet 4-year-old, who is quite cute but also quite determined and used to having his own way.
1(of a support or structure) be unable to carry a load or withstand a force; collapse or break. his aching legs gave way, and he almost fell he crashed into the door and it gave way Example sentencesExamples - I yanked a little harder until the lock gave way.
- The ceiling collapsed in as the girders gave way and the support beams snapped.
- He just barely made it across, huge chunks of the ridge giving way under his feet.
- As he stood there helplessly watching, the foundation post gave way and the house collapsed.
- But once the upper floors began to give way, terrible force was set in motion.
- Her knees shook and then gave way as she collapsed in exhaustion.
- Before anyone could reach me, my legs gave way and I collapsed onto the floor.
- Often support beams would give way under the pressure of shifting rock.
- The river was wide at this point of crossing, and the ice could easily give way.
- Halfway up the slope Kevin's legs finally gave way and he collapsed.
- Suddenly, without warning, when she was nearing her eightieth press-up, her arms gave way and she collapsed.
- I started to feel very weak and wobbly and my legs gave way beneath me and I collapsed.
- They were old and loose, so they would, hopefully, give way easily.
Synonyms collapse, give, fall to pieces, come apart, crumple, crumble, cave in, fall in, disintegrate, go to pieces - 1.1Yield to someone or something.
he was not a man to give way to this kind of pressure Example sentencesExamples - His American counterpart Hal Sutton tried all he could to counter what he saw as a piece of cunning propaganda by his opposite number, but the figures spoke for themselves and he had to give way.
- Still, Governor Carey gave way and approved a bailout.
- It was at this point that the World Bank gave way, and agreed to an independent review on the project - the first in its history.
- In giving way on compulsory student unionism, Beazley is clearing the decks for more important issues, like Industrial Relations.
- He wouldn't give way, as hard as Alexandra tried.
- A determined battle can make sure that the Labour government is forced to give way.
- A less common insinuation, though still a fascinating one, was that he was behaving hypocritically, since even he knew that he would eventually have to give way.
- The company resisted as far as it could, but was forced to give way under the joint pressure of the workers and the government.
- The politician, who had originally opposed the party making such a decision and supported the use of military force, gave way and voted for the resolution.
- Henry was defeated and forced to give way; news that John also had joined his enemies hastened the King's death near Tours in 1189.
Synonyms yield, back down, make concessions, surrender, admit defeat, concede defeat, give in, give up, submit, succumb, raise the white flag, show the white flag - 1.2Allow oneself to be overcome by or to succumb to (an emotion or impulse)
she gave way to a burst of weeping Example sentencesExamples - She tried to contain her agony as best she could but felt herself giving way to a series of small whimpers that overcame her shaking body.
- And to give way to this impulse (submit to this discipline) is to experience a peculiar pleasure.
- Then, on impulse, she kissed him, finally giving way to the feelings she had hidden for so many months.
Synonyms succumb, yield, give in, submit, surrender, fall victim be replaced by, be succeeded by, be followed by, be superseded by, be supplanted by, be ousted by
2Be replaced or superseded by. Alan's discomfort gave way to anger Example sentencesExamples - It is distressing to see the impulse for integration give way to calls for segregation.
- His intuition that public life is indeed intellectually diminished gives way to a humble acceptance of the world as it is.
- They say it is a sign of health when depression gives way to anger.
- This nettles her at first and gradually the anger and irritation give way to a secret longing for him to look at her.
- Calm, however, is gradually giving way to more negative emotions.
- As we waited, annoyed discontent began to give way to barely controllable rage.
- Unfortunately, as old houses and small lanes give way to skyscrapers, ancient trees have been chopped down.
- Eventually the eucalyptus and green fields of the valley bottom give way again to the lush sub-tropical rainforest that grows on the surrounding sandstone escarpments.
- The meadow was now giving way to slender trees and spreading bushes.
- The darkness surrendered to light, midnight blue giving way to resplendent golds and luminous pinks.
- The politics of consensus and conciliation gave way to the politics of confrontation and intrigue.
3Allow someone or something to be or go first. give way to traffic coming from the right Example sentencesExamples - Something is required on Oak Lane where drivers - you know who you are - coming from North Park Road pull straight out instead of giving way, as they should according to the sign.
- It is not clear who has priority and who has to give way.
- A couple of years ago you could always rely on a lorry driver to give way and allow you to pass.
- Cars waiting to turn right on to Carleton Road from Skipton hold all the outgoing traffic up as cars coming into Skipton won't give way on a green light.
- There is a certain amount of smug satisfaction to be gained from having greater access than the numerous Mercedes and BMWs which are forced to give way in the leafy lanes.
- Whereupon I checked my rearview mirror to make sure traffic was giving way, and saw our director hurtling towards me at 60 mph.
- Indeed the new roundabout appeared to be working much better than the one at Circular Road/Killala Road where motorists still stop when they should go and go when they should stop and give way.
- Police were also filming at intersections where they had received complaints from pedestrians worried about cars not giving way.
- I constantly witness individuals exchanging obscenities because neither wishes to pull over and give way.
- Traffic lights were green with a sign indicating that traffic making a left turn should give way.
- Traffic emerging from Bradford should then give way, which all except left-hand drive vehicles can do readily without having a problem.
Example sentencesExamples - The orders we had to learn to execute were: ‘Stand by to give way - give way - together!’ Then all oars had to dip in together and be heaved back.
- ‘Stand by to give way together!’
- ‘Oars ready!’ the sailor ordered the boys. ‘Give way together!’
go all the (or the whole) way 1Continue a course of action to its conclusion. he urged European leaders to go all the way towards full European union Example sentencesExamples - If the latter course is followed, why not go all the way and form a Triple Alliance.
- Others have gone all the way by declaring that they can't support him.
- When they do action, they go all the way.
- At the national convention two years ago, however, the leaders hesitated in going all the way in this direction.
- Never play with insurrection, but when beginning it be aware that you must go all the way.
- Many don't know if they want to work at an at-home job, or go all the way and start their own business.
- Especially because they have advised him to go all the way without taking his coalition partners with him.
- If you're going to be charging everyone else involved, you might as well go all the way.
- The group didn't really play for six months although Rose and Dave were working on some material but they never went all the way with it.
- Where there are those who presently maintain that the President may only serve a few years of his third-year term, and then gracefully retire; there are others of course, who maintain that he will go the whole way.
- 1.1informal Have full sexual intercourse with someone.
remember the night we went all the way? Example sentencesExamples - Plus he doesn't go all the way with a girl on the first date, so he was a pretty safe bet.
- What a relief that must have been, not having to tie yourself up for life just because you wanted to go all the way.
- I was sitting on a couch between two couples who were this close to going all the way.
- If you're willing to go all the way, here are a few helpful hints.
- Her best friend, Jaz, had said she must have led Craig on, then cried ‘rape’ when he went all the way, so Nicole had not told anyone else.
- But he reminds me of a tease who acts interested yet won't go all the way.
- Also, getting intimate with a partner only to break it off before going all the way can lead to distress for the partner, since they are feeling ready to have sex and then have to give up.
usually with infinitiveMake a special effort to do something. Mrs Mott went out of her way to be courteous to Sara Example sentencesExamples - They went out of their way to ensure I had a good time.
- We are deeply upset that an unruly element went out of their way to cause trouble but they have been dealt with by police.
- He bothered to go out of his way to find out exactly what was happening and who was involved, which is more than anyone else did.
- We reach out to friends who could use support, make an effort to understand what they need and often go out of our way to give them what we sense they need.
- They deliberately went out of their way to be friendly.
- And the witness accounts and medical evidence show they went out of their way to maximise casualties by packing ball bearings and shrapnel into the bombs.
- The publicity surrounding the organisation ensured that politicians went out of their way to co-operate with the survey and to court the women's vote.
- Old students will remember him as being one of the most formidable members of staff - you certainly went out of your way to avoid upsetting him.
- Particular thanks to the two police in Windhoek who went out of their way to make sure that we got to our destination safely.
- Aware of the difficulties of getting settled in Shanghai without any knowledge of Mandarin, my colleagues often went out of their way to make sure I had no problems.
- She kept all her troubles to herself while going out of her way to help others with their problems.
- It wasn't as if she went out of her way to cause trouble.
Synonyms bother, take the time, take the trouble, go to the trouble, make the effort, exert oneself, go out of one's way
Act independently or as one wishes, especially against contrary advice. you try to tell your children what's best, but in the end they go their own way Example sentencesExamples - Despite the Church's stand against abortion and birth control many Catholics, especially in wealthy nations, go their own way on moral issues.
- Johnson went his own way, not only in novels but also in film and television scripts.
- They've gone their own way, but all still live in the same community and have always been there for each other.
- How did you get, then, the reputation of being the lone person who goes her own way?
- As a result, the British went their own way and set up the European Free Trade Association in 1959.
- I always feel that I let them down; I just went my own way.
- He has gained his international prestige precisely by going his own way at all times.
- ‘If we persist with dogged determination in going our own way, disregarding the signs to the contrary, we will sooner or later have to pay for our foolishness,’ she warns.
- After the 1997-98 crisis, Mahathir thumbed his nose at the world and went his own way by imposing currency controls.
- But over and over, when this administration has been presented with a reasonable alternative, they have rejected it and gone their own way.
- The elder brother went on to become a member of the world's most famous pop group, while the younger one changed his name and went his own way.
1(of events, circumstances, etc.) be favourable to one. I was just hoping things went my way Example sentencesExamples - Me, I'm just hoping that everything keeps on going my way and that I don't lose any more money than I have already lost.
- Even this might have been lost had events not gone their way.
- The events seemed to be going our way - we would not have to spend the night in New Orleans.
- After nearly seventeen years of events that never seemed to go my way, anything good seemed like it had to be short-term.
- It is all down to a show of hands on the day and we have to hope it goes our way.
- Investing on the stock market, like betting on the horses or hoping the turn of the cards will go your way in the casino, is always something of a gamble.
- Kiltimagh now have to beat Tourmakeady in their final game on Friday next and hope that the other results go their way.
- His pleasure when events went his way was the uncomplicated pleasure of a child or a boastful teenager.
- I've no doubt she'll be itching to return the favour if the result goes her way next weekend.
- I know they were slightly peeved that everything had not gone their way but to sneak new staff onto a ship without consulting anyone is a bit much in this day and age.
- I had nothing to lose and everything to gain, and I was fortunate that events went my way with injuries.
one by one the staff went their way Example sentencesExamples - So he went his way.
- Clyde and Sally went their way, while Jason walked Janice home.
- When they had gone their way, I set off up to the old town.
informal in imperativeUsed to indicate angrily that although one disagrees with something said or proposed, one is not going to argue further. have it your way—we'll go to Princetown Example sentencesExamples - He shrugged, ‘Fine, have it your way.’
- I'm not the one he needs protecting from, but have it your way.
- Okay, fine, have it your way, but I want that paternity test.
- John looked at her and then sighed, ‘Fine Sam, have it your way.’
- ‘Okay fine,’ my Mom said flinging her hands in the air. ‘You guys just have it your way - I'm obviously wasting my breath.’
- ‘Fine, have it your way,’ said Vince without any emotion. ‘Wreck the place, turn it inside out.’
- Very well, have it your way, but don't say we didn't warn you.
- ‘Okay, have it your way,’ I pause, letting her know I'm serious, ‘what do you want?’
- ‘Fine, have it your way,’ Amber said somewhat reluctantly.
- ‘Fine, have it your way,’ Laura snapped, tears springing to her eyes.
- We shouldn't just throw up our hands and exclaim, ‘Fine, have it your way!’
Have much progress to make before accomplishing a goal. they have a long way to go before they can become a serious threat Example sentencesExamples - She has a long way to go before collecting every species because there are 350,000 different kinds of beetle.
- This team still has a long way to go before it contends for anything.
- The market has a long way to go in promoting subscription models.
- He has a long way to go if he wishes to finish ahead of the defending champion.
- The culture still has a long way to go in accepting unmanned technology.
- This is one company I am totally keen on getting a job at but I know I have a long way to go.
Have a particular talent for dealing with or ability in. she's got a way with animals Example sentencesExamples - She always had a way with a camera and made the light hit him at all the right angles.
- I couldn't help but smile because Scott always did have a way with kids.
- Musical virtuosity is musical virtuosity, any way you look at it, and those who have a way with an instrument will always find a niche for themselves in the genre of their choice.
- Darren always had a way with animals; he knew that.
- She has always had a way with children.
- You do have a way with people, don't you, Booth?
- Hamilton has a way with words, and her descriptions of attempting to join the cool kids are poignant and funny.
- Mayer also has a way with words, and he has the ability to marry them to just the right music.
- ‘You do have a way with words,’ she says blandly.
- Bernard was always said to have had a way with women, so it was perfect casting to have put him in the role of Romeo.
- He was very young when he realized he had a way with plants.
Have a charming and persuasive manner. he had a way with him—I had to admit that Example sentencesExamples - ‘I know it's asking a lot,’ asked Bill, ‘but Charlie has a way with him.’
- You do have a way with you, don't you?
- He was a deeply religious and holy man who was loved by the elderly people most of all, as he had a way with him that won over their deep sense of faith and warmth.
humorous Have sexual intercourse with (someone) (typically implying that it is against their better judgement). Example sentencesExamples - After being told to concentrate on teaching and starting a family, and then discovering that Chris is having his way with one of the junior doctors, Charlotte decides to move to Manchester and pose as Chris in order to take on his new job.
- She's single and looking for a partner, male or female, to have her way with.
- He is the young and randy knight who has his way with Catherine, the only woman in the castle, played in a suitably restrained way by Laura Richmond.
- Eve gives into her emotions as her mind pictures Mason having his way with her daughter.
- His band mates indulged in drunken orgies and had their way with many an adoring fan.
- I realized then that he wasn't planning on letting me go without having his way with me.
- Does that mean I can't have my way with him when we get to the bedroom?
- She didn't remember much after that, except for crying when she knew that nothing was going to stop Tom from having his way with her.
- Yes it's my secret passion; I was thinking about driving back there in those woods and having my way with you in the back seat.
- Is it really that much more disgusting and appalling than a rich 80-year old man having his way with a nubile young student?
Used to indicate that a statement has more than one meaning. Shelley let her hair down in more ways than one Example sentencesExamples - So they'll end up paying for their tantrum in more ways than one.
- Spartans have come a long way this season - in more ways than one.
- He may be gone but he has left his mark in more ways than one.
- Johnny Randles reminds me that this year was a historic year in more ways than one.
- It has been a painful week for Rangers, in more ways than one.
- It now looks like being one of the hottest Tours ever - in more ways than one.
- Keeping with the theme of the play, the experience was tragic in more ways than one.
- The three-day expo inaugurated on Monday, is different in more ways than one.
- His collection for fashion week was a celebration of denim, a fabric that has made its mark in more ways than one.
- Since that day almost 30 years ago their lives have intertwined in more ways than one.
in a way (or in some ways or in one way) To a certain extent (used to reduce the effect of a statement) in some ways television is more challenging than theatre Example sentencesExamples - Her conclusions are similar in some ways but in others are quite distinct.
- I don't doubt that my husband loved me, but I also know that I was a trophy in some ways.
- It was nice having them around in a way but they do make quite mess in your garden.
- It's entirely arbitrary in some ways, but grief is not a simple process that you switch on or off.
- He wasn't so wrong in some ways, and that's why his description has stayed with me.
- As soon as the sun sets I have to get changed into my jeans and put a jumper on, which is quite a relief in some ways.
- It is quite sad in some ways that the finals are over, but I am looking forward to seeing what happens in the future.
- Modelling was great in some ways but I felt it was a very lonely career as well.
- We used to spend all of our free time together and, in some ways, we are more like sisters.
- Being an actor is quite passive in some ways; I want to be more active in the near future.
- It is merely worth observing that the claims he makes are in some ways pretty modest.
- I suppose blogging is like life in some ways; it has its good as well as its bad periods.
Synonyms rather, quite, fairly, moderately, somewhat, a little, slightly, a shade
Forming an obstacle or hindrance to movement or action. his head was in the way of my view Example sentencesExamples - The law can be inconvenient when it isn't on your side, but you can't let that stand in your way when political power is at stake.
- When you put your mind to something, nothing can stand in your way.
- They have no intention of allowing nature to stand in their way.
- But as Sod's law dictates, ‘If you are in a hurry, fate will throw everything in your way to slow you down.’
- We should be welcoming newcomers, not placing barriers in their way.
- So often, powerful forces and powerful interests stand in your way, and the odds seem stacked against you.
- You can't just run over anybody who gets in your way!
- Montoya looked up from his papers. ‘Certainly my dear fellow, Am I in your way?’
- Don't let a little thing like economics get in your way.
- They were smart enough not to get in Caysee's way.
- I'll never forget what she said to me: You are black and you are a young woman, but don't let anybody stand in your way.
- I stand there for a few minutes looking at my son, kissing my wife on the brow and generally getting in the midwife's way before making my excuses.
Constituting; as a form of. the script has nothing special in the way of dialogue or characterization
in someone/thing's (own) way If regarded from a particular standpoint appropriate to that person or thing. it's a good enough book in its way Example sentencesExamples - It's macho enough, and he would probably think it was quite avant-garde in its way.
- We were together though, the three of us and although we would have had more fun with a full house, it was lovely in its own way.
- Everyone is gifted in their own way.
- And, in its own way, this pursuit is what makes every day exciting and challenging.
- It's different to the middle of the day - much more mellow, but so striking in its own way.
- In her own way she accomplished a lot.
- It's a bit less effort then a hill climb perhaps, but challenging in its own way.
- Each show is different in its own way and that's what keeps you going.
- Theyre empire builders, in their own way.
- In all seriousness, it was entertaining and fun in its own way.
it is in no way an exceptional house Example sentencesExamples - This is in no way intended as a slur on the hard-working refuse collectors or recycling operatives in this area.
- I would just like to point out that I am in no way in favour of the scenario that I outlined above.
- For my friends, the attraction of afternoon gigs in York is in no way financially motivated.
- He was in no way party to what I said and I've never been a member of his group.
- Due to our strong personal convictions, we wish to stress that this film in no way endorses a belief in the occult.
- As we headed for the beach I realised that we would have to land on top of them, but in no way could we abort the operation.
- He said the development would in no way increase traffic in the area.
- We have seen, countless times, that banning a book will, in no way, prevent its being read.
- The Coroner said he believed Mr Stewart was in no way to blame for the accident.
- Be assured that my responses will in no way seek to diminish or ridicule contributors.
Synonyms by no means, by no manner of means, not at all, in no way, not in the least, not in the slightest, not the least bit, certainly not, absolutely not, definitely not, on no account, under no circumstances
keep (or stay) out of someone's way he tried to keep out of her way at school Example sentencesExamples - Once they have learned that foxes are a source of danger and to be avoided, they should have little difficulty in keeping out of their way.
- I suppose I'll have to keep out of their way for the next few days, else I might say something I'll regret.
- If anyone sees me, they should probably stay out of my way.
- I spent the rest of the tour staying out of his way.
- When he was drunk, I hid from him and stayed out of his way.
- I kept out of his way, because he looked quite mad, and was a bit smelly to boot.
- We knew they had a better chance if we stayed out of their way.
- William's sister, who was once so close to him, would do everything she could to stay out of his way.
- He'd been staying out of my way, something I sometimes appreciated and sometimes hated.
- When the cops are moving in I try to stay out of their way.
- He wasn't curious enough to ask what she was doing, just as long as she was staying out of his way.
1Go first along a route to show someone the way. he led the way at a steady trot Example sentencesExamples - Lance, still bursting with enthusiasm, led the way along the perimeter fence.
- With Simon leading the way, the group of women made their way along the corridor.
- He would accompany them to the airport in the Embassy van and lead the way through customs.
- Turning back, I let Charles lead the way, laughing along with him and feeling the chilly wind on my damp skin.
- Lauren led the way through the house, while Angela and Jake tagged along behind her.
- She shrugs without much enthusiasm then leads the way along a narrow hallway.
- They led the way to a heavy door at the far end and ushered me in.
- A local guide will lead the way, entertaining them with tales of folklore and mystery associated with the area.
- The two men led the way and Heather tagged along behind them, still trying to look everywhere at once.
- Businessman John Innes leads the way along a narrow dirt track, overgrown with chest-high grass and twisting vines, illustrating immediately the attraction to tourists keen to see for themselves the scenes of war.
Synonyms guide, conduct, show the way - 1.1Be a pioneer in a particular activity.
these companies lead the way in new technological developments Example sentencesExamples - The US is leading the way, both in development of technology and take-up rates of internet commerce.
- There are pockets of hopeful activity, both provincial and federal, with farmers leading the way.
- At present Europe leads the way in developing alternative and sustainable energy and in designing energy-efficient technologies from central heating to hi-fi systems.
- It'd be nice to see Texas leading the way in developing a great train system.
- They are leading the way and I only hope other institutions will follow suit.
- And as is often the case, where popular culture leads the way, the more conservative institutions in a society follow eventually.
- The international economic institutions should lead the way.
- He also said, we'd be leading the way for new development in science for years to come.
- Four York primary schools are leading the way in developing methods of teaching foreign languages to young children.
- We want to build a Europe that leads the way in the cancellation of debt in the developing world, that is nuclear free, that protects the environment and that welcomes and trades fairly with other regions.
Synonyms take the first step, initiate things, break ground, break new ground, blaze a trail, lay the foundation, lay the first stone, set in motion, prepare the way, set the ball rolling, take the initiative, make the first move, make a start
Travel or proceed in an intended direction or to a certain place. I made my way to the hotel Example sentencesExamples - I made my way back into the office.
- That first night, crowds of Parisians made their way into the gardens.
- This man was simply making his way home, minding his own business.
- I made my way outside and past the long line of people.
- She also blew kisses to the crowd before making her way back down the stage with the same grace with she arrived.
- The head girl made her way to the stage to give her valedictory speech.
- As he made his way across the country, he usually slept in a shed or barn.
informal Said to assert the view that there is no alternative (apart from leaving) but to accept the speaker's opinions or policies. they know no way but the way of the autocrat—it's my way or the highway Example sentencesExamples - There are a couple of managers out there whose philosophy is: my way or the highway.
- It meant my way or the highway, or socialism is dead and capitalism is the only way.
- One former international summed up his approach to getting his plans through: ‘With Jim, it's always been my way or the highway.’
- It's always the ultimatum, my way or the highway.
- When he first moved into coaching, I did fear for him because, in some ways, he could be old school and rather intolerant - my way or the highway.
- ‘Listen bud,’ she said as she leaned towards him, one arm on the table as she did so, ‘It's my way or the highway.’
- The problem is that in the President's my way or the highway style, he hasn't tolerated any debate on the cost-benefit ratios of the strategy of preponderance versus international restraint with a narrower focus on national interests.
one way and another (or one way or another) Taking most aspects or considerations into account. it's been quite a day one way and another Example sentencesExamples - Its been a big year one way and another.
- You sound to have had rather an eventful week one way and another.
- So, one way and another, it wasn't the most auspicious or exciting of seasons, but such are the vagaries of National Hunt racing and while these events test everyone's patience there is still much to potentially look forward to with both horses.
one way or the other (or one way and another) 1Used to indicate that something is the case for any of various unspecified reasons. one way or another she brought it on herself Example sentencesExamples - We spend lots of time and money and psychic energy on picking our presidents, with millions of people in one way or the other involved.
- This is the second boat we have lost one way or another.
- Hey Congress: it seems 99% of you are breaking the law, one way or the other.
- 1.1By some means.
he wants to get rid of me one way or another Example sentencesExamples - But one way or another, the American College of Physicians argues in this new paper, we have to cover everybody.
- We must therefore, ensure that avenues are created - reservations if necessary - so as to absorb them one way or the other.
- ‘We should do everything we can to get this resolved and find a way to have him removed from office, one way or the other,’ he said.
- 1.2Whichever of two given alternatives is the case.
the question is not yet decided, one way or the other Example sentencesExamples - I mean, there's nothing to prove yet one way or the other.
- The national court could alternatively decline to decide the point one way or the other.
- Gerald has yet to comment again one way or the other.
- He's adamant he still hasn't decided one way or the other.
- I haven't heard any persuasive evidence one way or the other on this question yet.
- We are going to continue as long as possible until it's decided one way or the other.
- Fortunately, we don't have to decide one way or the other.
- Do your family a big favor and decide one way or the other whether you're going to keep playing.
- But health hazards may be the most significant reason for objections, since, despite what the Government is telling us, the case is not yet proven one way or the other.
- Although Anna hasn't decided one way or the other, her three-way relationship with Kathy and Martin seems so comfortable as to be almost inevitable.
In the course of a journey. I'll tell you on the way home Example sentencesExamples - Many of his followers were already on their way and they didn't have mobile phones.
- People walk the same streets on their way to work or wherever, and the world gets familiar.
- Were they, perhaps, pink flamingos, lost on their way back to the Mediterranean?
- We packed swiftly and were on our way within half an hour totally oblivious to the incredible journey that still lay ahead.
- They were obviously on their way into town for the day from somewhere far away.
- Little children with chubby cheeks pass us on their way to school.
- One could not help noticing that more than half the vehicles were passing through the town on their way to the coast.
- It was full of French students and Portugese holidaymakers on their way back from Ipswich of all places.
- Therefore the very next evening I was on my way to attend a rehearsal, and of course to meet the cast.
- The cathedral bells were being rung as I walked through the cathedral close on my way to work this morning.
1About to arrive or happen. there's more snow on the way Example sentencesExamples - She knew it would not be long before the baby was on its way but the weather had dramatically changed.
- The contractions were getting stronger and she shouted to me that the baby was on its way.
- A hard frost is forecast tonight, while more snow and sleet is on the way tomorrow and Friday.
- The council later said it had not been warned snow was on the way, but this winter it is taking no such chances.
- She said a package that included a birthday cake and candles for her daughter was on its way and should arrive soon.
- Petrol prices have risen again in York - and still more increases are on the way as war looms closer.
- It's getting warmer; it's still cold but the sun is shining and spring is on its way.
- The weather always picks up in the New Year and makes you feel Spring is on the way only to become nasty during February.
- I just saw some crocuses poking out of the ground, which means spring is on its way.
- Today is sunny and yesterday was warm and I think spring might actually be on the way.
Synonyms coming, imminent, forthcoming, approaching, impending, close, near, on us - 1.1informal (of a child) conceived but not yet born.
soon there was another baby on the way Example sentencesExamples - I threw my job in to go freelance when I had a baby on the way.
- He's married now with two adorable twin girls and a third baby on the way and I'm thrilled for him.
- She was married with a baby on the way and she was in love with a man other than her husband.
- She had two toddlers, another baby on the way and a part-time job in publishing.
- I had a loving husband, a new job, a baby on the way, and the horizon was looking as bright as it could be.
- Claims that the world's first cloned baby could be on its way have been met with widespread condemnation.
- The couple had a daughter last year and have another baby on the way.
- He would appear to have it all: he's a bright lad, with a devoted girlfriend, and a baby on the way.
- With one daughter already and another baby on the way, she is desperate for a bigger place in which to raise their family.
- To date two couples have married, three couples are engaged, a baby has been born and another is on the way.
on the (or one's) way out 1In the process of leaving. he paused on his way out of the room she picked up her bag on the way out to the car Example sentencesExamples - Striding into a bank in North Miami Beach, a man pulled a pistol from his pocket, did the usual stick-up speech, and within 30 seconds was on his way out with a bag of loot.
- I usually have a big duffle bag that I pack with food on my way out.
- We pass many beautiful colonial buildings on our way out of the city.
- A minute later I had found my bags and the four of us were on our way out to Jay's car.
- Adam rolled his eyes, before steering her out of the library, picking up her bag for her on the way out.
- Picking up her bag on the way out, she ran outside to catch the bus to school.
- She finished applying her makeup at top speed and snatched her little white purse on the way out, pausing just long enough to lock the door.
- I rushed downstairs, grabbing a drink on the way out along with my bag.
- If you're still a little peckish on your way out, just by the exit is a café.
- The rest of you, just keep packing these bags, and we can throw them in the cars on our way out.
- He took the chance and ran, picking up his bags on the way out of the door and leaving his keys behind.
- 1.1informal Going out of fashion or favour.
is the royal family on the way out? Mark knew that he would never be promoted and concluded he must be on his way out Example sentencesExamples - ‘It is easy to fetishize things that we imagine are on their way out,’ suggests Cristina Nehring in an essay this past June in the New York Times.
- I suspect these parties are on their way out as serious forces, and a curious result of devolution will be the reintegration of Scottish and Welsh politics into the mainstream.
- Along with this, many other native games are also on their way out.
- Roll-top baths, which until recently everyone clamoured for, are on their way out.
- Although they're on their way out, leggings always find a way to somehow come back.
- But as the presidential elections proved, the parliamentary elections will also prove that they are defeated, that they are on their way out.
- 1.2informal Dying.
Example sentencesExamples - Nicholas had a tremendous will to live; he rallied on several occasions when everyone thought he was definitely on his way out.
- She was full of praise for him, saying: ‘I should have died that night and was on my way out.’
- This is major evidence that we are all on our way out.
Synonyms declining, vanishing, fading, passing, ebbing, waning
the other way round (or around) 1In the opposite position or direction. the door to the hall was hung the other way around from her own Example sentencesExamples - Please note that the banner stating Start and Finish needs to be the other way round!
- 1.1The opposite of what is expected or supposed.
it was you who sought me out, not the other way round Example sentencesExamples - Ideally, in knowledge-based industries like banking and financial services, the figures should be the other way round.
- I used to think the older sister was supposed to watch over the younger one not the other way around.
- Parents expect to be buried by their children, not the other way around.
- Surely, the lesson's that no player is bigger than the game, and that it's the fans who dictate the governance of sport, not the other way round.
- I assumed it was the latter since I was supposed to be following him, not the other way around.
- I would expect it to be the other way round, can anyone explain?
- He feels that the project will actually lead to overcrowding in Bangalore due to an influx of people from other cities and towns and not the other way round.
- He's the guy in charge, and people are supposed to listen to him, not the other way around.
- She couldn't understand why he was so scared; it was she who was supposed to be scared of him, not the other way round.
- The facts should dictate the policy, not the other way round.
Synonyms conversely, inversely, the other way round, contrariwise, oppositely, in reverse, reciprocally
we're too out of the way for mains electricity as modifier an out-of-the-way rural district Example sentencesExamples - Akin to rats deserting a sinking ship, four survivors flee out of the major cities to a secluded, out-of-the-way shopping mall.
- They hide in out-of-the-way places and plan and plot and scheme.
- When my wife and I travel we prefer not to stay in hotels or resorts, but rather in out-of-the-way places with a local feel.
- Already we've seen the need for both spouses to work simply to afford a roof over their heads frequently in out-of-the-way locations remote from their place of work.
- It's rather out of the way, so give yourself at least an hour once you get here.
Synonyms outlying, outer, outermost economic recovery will begin once the election is out of the way Example sentencesExamples - When this deal is out of the way we will then set about floating the company on the gray market.
- Whatever the reasons, we will have to wait until the European elections are out of the way before any announcements.
- Once the exam is finished and plagiarism concerns are out of the way, I'll post my answers to both questions.
- Once the reform question was out of the way, however, the Duke was able to regain his political footing and operate effectively against the government.
- With these basics out of the way, we can start to build a game plan and talk about strategy.
- No wonder many Labour strategists want the election safely out of the way as soon as possible.
- Let's get the big question out of the way at the start.
- Now that the election is out of the way, the recommendations must be published without further delay.
- Right, now that's out of the way, on to the review.
- It is a sly attempt to get this issue out of the way before the election proper starts.
- Before I begin let me get one thing out of the way.
- As soon as the election was out of the way, some of the country's biggest companies unveiled sweeping job cuts.
- 2.1(of a person) no longer an obstacle or hindrance to someone's plans.
why did Josie want her out of the way? Example sentencesExamples - The plan could not move ahead until the prince was out of the way.
- Now that the general is out of the way, all our plans can be put into action.
- He wants you out of the way so you don't ruin his plans.
- As long as we keep the radicals out of the way, we should get a new deal.
- Was this some sort of plan to keep her busy and out of the way?
3usually with negativeUnusual, exceptional, or remarkable. he'd seen nothing out of the way something very out of the way had happened Example sentencesExamples - Asked if he knew what contributed to his long life and good health, Joe remarked that he did nothing out of the way and did not abuse himself.
- But, as expected, nothing out of the way came to light.
- The doors were locked and nothing out of the way had been heard.
Synonyms strange, unusual, peculiar, odd, funny, curious, bizarre, weird, uncanny, queer, unexpected, unfamiliar, abnormal, off-centre
Not on one's intended route. I got a lift from a Brummie who took me miles out of his way Example sentencesExamples - You go 50 or 60 miles out of your way only to discover it's not worth it.
- Usually she avoided it, traveling miles out of her way to go around it.
- Driver reviver stops provide free tea and coffee and give you opportunity to take a break without going too far out of your way.
- You don't have to go three miles out of your way just to finish the story.
- Honestly it's miles out of his way, in completely the opposite direction from where he lives, but he wouldn't let me get a train.
- But why should motorists on a multi-million-euro highway have to drive out of their way to spend a penny?
- ‘You don't go 20 miles out of your way to have a cup of coffee,’ he says.
- And one in 10 claimed to drive a significant distance out of their way to avoid travelling on a motorway.
- I ended up walking about a mile out of my way, thanks to following the instructions given.
- The first few weeks after I bought it I was terrified, going miles out of my way in search of parking or turning places.
put someone in the way of dated Give someone the opportunity of. if only she knew someone who might put her in the way of finding a more congenial job Example sentencesExamples - He is a businessman, and he may be able to put me in the way of obtaining a position.
- Thereupon, he considered it a duty to cross-question men of all degrees as to their knowledge, to make them conscious of their ignorance, and so put them in the way of becoming wise.
- I was pondering what might be the best way to replace the irreplaceable, when a friend put me in the way of Steve.
1Prevent (something) from being achieved. the two fall in love and resolve to let nothing stand in the way of their happiness never let the facts stand in the way of a good story Example sentencesExamples - I decided that no injury or illness was going to stand in my way.
- I get a chance to interview them on today if the rain doesn't stand in our way.
- She has never let budget constraints stand in her way.
- Many a difficulty stood in our way, but the worst was the food shortage.
- I have learned that all of us have the ability to achieve great success despite the obstacles standing in our way.
- I remember thinking to myself, if I let this person stand in my way I'll never get to my goals.
- He's determined not to let anything stand in his way.
- Any new fan who inquires further into the obstacles he met will I hope be shaken to the core by the venomous snobbery that stood in his way.
- 1.1Prevent (someone) from achieving something.
he never let anything stand in his way
dated Used euphemistically to indicate that someone is homosexual.
that, to his way of thinking, would only make matters worse Example sentencesExamples - The focus, to my way of thinking, should remain on the president as the country internalizes the fact that this war was a mistake.
- And to my way of thinking, if we have to continue or again close down factories and put people out of work because of border delays, that's just another way for the terrorists to win.
- Through their kindness, the children were technically exposing themselves to disciplinary action, which, to my way of thinking, is a stupid situation.
- You know, to my way of thinking, if you have credible information about a specific threat, you don't go giving a news conference.
- At the age of 42, when most mothers are beginning to dream of putting their feet up, Karen Slater had - to my way of thinking - a somewhat odd way of spending a nice day out.
- That's much more attractive, to my way of thinking, than living in a soulless outer suburb far from facilities and employment opportunities.
- After all, to their way of thinking, there are ‘many more where that came from.’
- Perhaps there is something amiss with my sense of values, but this, to my way of thinking, is barefaced robbery.
- His escape is the most spectacular and exciting part of the entire film, to my way of thinking, and is really exciting moviemaking.
- But there is logic at work here, or at least what passes for logic to my way of thinking.
- His title means nothing, and, to his way of thinking, the only thing left that defines him is his service in the army.
Dave had a thing with one of her sisters, way back Example sentencesExamples - We never left each other's sides for more than a day, way back when.
- When we were kids way back when, it was politicians who were making the new world - Kennedy, Nixon and so on.
- But this is one of the few animals in the world that did carry leprosy way back when.
- We don't have to kill and eat animals to survive anymore like we did way back when.
- I am looking for a newspaper article that was published in the local paper in Fort Beaufort way back in 1964, probably around July 1964.
- ‘We're friends from way back,’ Bolt said.
- I feel the room swaying, for the band's playing one of our old favorite songs from way back when.
- Way back in the 1950s, gourmet and specialty food accounted for a tiny portion of American food purchases.
- Every now and then, I remember a band I liked way back when and rediscover them.
- I can remember him from way back - and they don't come any smarter.
1The journey of Jesus to the place of his crucifixion. Example sentencesExamples - In the 1500s, villages all over Europe started creating replicas of the way of the Cross, with small shrines commemorating the places along the route in Jerusalem.
- All the pictures are of what Jesus sees as he walks the way of the Cross.
- 1.1A set of images representing the Stations of the Cross.
Example sentencesExamples - The pictures are often called ‘The Way of the Cross’.
- 1.2The suffering and self-sacrifice of a Christian.
Example sentencesExamples - The main point is stressed repeatedly: to be a disciple of Jesus involves being prepared to go the way of Jesus, and that means the way of humility, rejection, and suffering - the way of the Cross.
- Henceforth I will follow the way of the Cross traced out for me by my Redeemer, and journey onward to my heavenly home, there to dwell forever and ever.
- The way of the Cross is the road which leads to Paradise; it is the sure way to holiness.
The typical pattern of behaviour of a person or group. Example sentencesExamples - As usual, it is dressed up in hypocritical language about rural ways of life.
- He wanted to know about people in all professions, in all ways of life.
- Colonization also destroyed environmentally benign ways of life that were integral to African culture.
- They should evoke a deep and abiding sense of empathy with other times, other ways of life, other situations.
- Cultural tensions between city and rural ways of life have been simmering in Ireland in recent years, as they have in Britain.
- Instead of sending these people away from our homeland, it is these people who can help to enrich and educate us by giving us insights into other cultures and different ways of life.
- He was a gifted conversationalist and had an extraordinary knowledge of Belfast, its history, politics and ways of life.
- It was also a different lifestyle, and smoking and drinking is a way of life for a lot of players.
- Philosophy will never quell the conflict between competing ways of life, but it can at least point the way towards values on which all rational people might agree.
- There are many advantages to this way of life, but I'll talk about my job in a minute.
Synonyms culture, civilization, society, lifestyle lifestyle, way of living, manner of living, life, situation, position, state, station, condition, set of circumstances, fate, lot
The manner in which people typically behave or things typically happen. all those millions of pounds are not going to create many jobs, but that's the way of the world Example sentencesExamples - ‘Such is the way of the world,’ she said casually.
- And yet, it is the way of the world and we each have to find a way to live with a modicum of decency and integrity within it.
- It is the way of the world in the United States today.
- And, naturally, some of us end up as victims of cruel fate - it's the way of the world.
- It's always been the way of the world, and always will be.
- It's the way of the world so I shall have to live with it.
- It is simply the way of the world and we must accept it.
- That has been the way of the world up until this age.
- It is the way of the world that if you have got good female employees that you want to keep, then you have to be flexible.
- In private, profit-oriented businesses, this is merely the way of the world.
Synonyms the way of the world, the world, the way things go, the way of it, the human condition, the times we live in, the usual state of affairs, the school of hard knocks
Methods and resources for achieving something. the company is seeking ways and means of safeguarding jobs Example sentencesExamples - Here you will have an opportunity to discuss and suggest ways and means to avoid road accidents in Goa and other road-related problems.
- There may be various causes for back pain, but there are ways and means to deal with it to lead a pain-free life.
- There are ways and means to achieve this and over time I have become quite an expert!
- But it should be recognised that there are ways and means of achieving these ends.
- There are ways and means of achieving your goal, several of them legal.
- However, there are ways and means to beat the heat.
- And we had better begin to look at ways and means of reducing carbon emissions.
- In Scotland, a small country with a large number of resourceful writers, there have always been ways and means of getting noticed.
- I hope to explore ways and means of strengthening the economic, defence and cultural ties between our two countries.
- There are other ways and means of dealing with issues like this.
- There are of course ways and means to keep fuel costs down, most of which have been covered over and over before.
informal Used to express pleasure, approval, or excitement. a chorus of ‘Nice hit, sir!’ ‘Way to go, sir!’ rang out Example sentencesExamples - Way to go, Steve! We were proud to see you represent Wisconsin so well.
- Way to go, Andrew!
Origin Old English weg, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch weg and German Weg, from a base meaning 'move, carry'. Rhymes affray, agley, aka, allay, Angers, A-OK, appellation contrôlée, array, assay, astray, au fait, auto-da-fé, away, aweigh, aye, bay, belay, betray, bey, Bombay, Bordet, boulevardier, bouquet, brae, bray, café au lait, Carné, cassoulet, Cathay, chassé, chevet, chez, chiné, clay, convey, Cray, crème brûlée, crudités, cuvée, cy-pres, day, decay, deejay, dégagé, distinguée, downplay, dray, Dufay, Dushanbe, eh, embay, engagé, essay, everyday, faraway, fay, fey, flay, fray, Frey, fromage frais, gainsay, Gaye, Genet, giclee, gilet, glissé, gray, grey, halfway, hay, heigh, hey, hooray, Hubei, Hué, hurray, inveigh, jay, jeunesse dorée, José, Kay, Kaye, Klee, Kray, Lae, lay, lei, Littré, Lough Neagh, lwei, Mae, maguey, Malay, Mallarmé, Mandalay, Marseilles, may, midday, midway, mislay, misplay, Monterrey, Na-Dene, nay, né, née, neigh, Ney, noway, obey, O'Dea, okay, olé, outlay, outplay, outstay, outweigh, oyez, part-way, pay, Pei, per se, pince-nez, play, portray, pray, prey, purvey, qua, Quai d'Orsay, Rae, rangé, ray, re, reflet, relevé, roman-à-clef, Santa Fé, say, sei, Shar Pei, shay, slay, sleigh, sley, spae, spay, Spey, splay, spray, stay, straightaway, straightway, strathspey, stray, Sui, survey, sway, Taipei, Tay, they, today, tokay, Torbay, Tournai, trait, tray, trey, two-way, ukiyo-e, underlay, waylay, Wei, weigh, wey, Whangarei, whey, yea Definition of way in US English: waynounwāweɪ 1A method, style, or manner of doing something. there are two ways of approaching this problem worry was their way of showing how much they cared Example sentencesExamples - But if he wants a gold medal, he will have to find a way of beating the French.
- This is a most practical way of helping people who are less fortunate than ourselves.
- So I think in the interim we need to find a way of helping the people that we have already promoted who are not good at this.
- We had to find a way to help and it was fantastic to be able to do so.
- It was the most spectacular way in which a poor boy could achieve fame and fortune.
- Of course I don't do that; I try to find a way to please everyone, which is impossible.
- Since there is no guarantee that these machines will be benign, it is vital we find a way to remain in control.
- I think there are different ways of interpreting the characters.
- When we get there we'll find a way to survey the property and figure out a plan of action.
- He has nothing but awe for his mother; is his behaviour his way of trying to be worthy of her?
- Wilson is amongst a growing number of entrepreneurs trying to find a way of charging for music on the net.
- Professor Hills said there was no easy way of predicting which view would prevail.
- My excuse is that while I'm working, it's the most convenient way of getting a good meal.
- One day I hope we may find a way but it will require work on my mother's part as well as mine.
- If we want the arts to be meaningful, we have to find a way to reintegrate art into our lives.
- I hope they made it the way you like it.
- People are going to find a way to enjoy themselves, even if it means breaking the law.
- At what point is one allowed to say a religion is a threat to one's way of life?
- They will listen then encourage you to find a way to achieve what you want.
- I also have to find a way of fitting all my Christmas presents in the car whilst managing to leave room for Lisa.
- The children must find a way to get rid of him before their parents get home.
- Play and creative expression are ways in which children cope with and try to make sense of their experiences and of the world.
- They offer a wonderful chance to explore the medium of dance and find new ways of expression.
- You made it the way you wanted to make it.
Synonyms method, course of action, process, procedure, technique, system - 1.1 A person's characteristic or habitual manner of behavior or expression.
it was not his way to wait passively for things to happen Example sentencesExamples - She is reliable and efficient and, in her sweet way, shows the people around her how much she cares about them.
- I am not in any way saying this to be antagonistic, nor to disparage anyone's beliefs; that isn't my way, or my purpose in starting this.
- I hope it results in them changing their ways and showing greater respect to other cultures.
- They challenge human standards, because God's ways are not our ways.
- God's ways are not our ways, and God's methods are not always our methods.
- All three plays were enjoyable and engaging in their own eccentric ways and all three directors deserve praise.
- It would be easy to rest on our laurels, but that isn't my way - and it isn't public television's, either.
Synonyms manner, style, fashion, mode, method practice, wont, habit, custom, characteristic, policy, procedure, convention, fashion, use, routine, rule - 1.2ways The customary modes of behavior or practices of a group.
foreigners who adopt French ways Example sentencesExamples - We have a tradition of discretion on the island but perhaps he isn't quite used to island ways.
- They remained determined to practise the ways of their ancestors.
- Morgana was happy to see that some people still respected the old ways and the reign that was so rightly hers.
- With a large British community living in Cyprus the hospitable islanders are well used to British ways.
Synonyms customs, conventions, ways, way of life, way of doing things, traditions, practices, custom and practice, procedures, habits, usages - 1.3 The typical manner in which something happens or in which someone or something behaves.
he was showing off, as is the way with adolescent boys Example sentencesExamples - That's always the way when an accomplished team gets into that position of strength.
- I just rang my brother to ask his advice but, as is always the way when you really want to speak to someone, he's out!
- Perhaps this has always been the way and the public was just more naive then.
- 1.4 A particular aspect of something; a respect.
I have changed in every way Example sentencesExamples - Even Drake, who was far from a child when he first met Hon Shun, had grown up in many ways these past months.
- In some ways, it's a victim of its own success.
- They are splendid in every way.
- Yet, this is in many ways a very careful revision as Young's personality is preserved.
- It's all rather messy in lots of ways.
- The concept alone is offensive in at least half a dozen different ways, so you have to admire the sheer gall of the Media Lunch team.
- It was also a serious step because we know both Bob and Kate to some degree and respect them in many ways.
- On the one hand, those are things we still respect in many ways.
- Although the book is excellent in many ways, some aspects of it are troubling.
- In some ways, it doesn't work.
- Their strengths are complementary in numerous ways: all they have to do is team up in a more productive fashion.
Synonyms aspect, regard, facet, respect - 1.5with adjective A specified condition or state.
the family was in a poor way Example sentencesExamples - So clearly if he's alive, he's in a bad way.
- The vessel is in a poor way and its listing is getting worse.
Synonyms state, condition, situation, circumstances, position
2A road, track, path, or street for traveling along. in place names No. 3, Church Way Example sentencesExamples - At this time it is unclear as to whether the Walton Way was a salt way or rather the best route to a convenient crossing of the Trent.
- The West Highland Way is second only to the Pennine Way in the hall of fame of British long-distance footpaths.
- At the end of the road turn left and continue along Drovers' Way and the property to be sold is the last house on the left-hand side.
- In the past the Great Silk Road was not only a trade way but also an important road between East and West, North and South.
Synonyms byroad, byway, bridleway, bridle path, path, pathway, footpath, towpath, trail, track, road, street, alley, alleyway, roadway, passage, thoroughfare - 2.1 A course of travel or route taken in order to reach a place.
can you tell me the way to Duffy Square? Example sentencesExamples - It's not very well signposted, and we lost our way trying to reach it, but the hunt was well worth while.
- We kept a good pace and started using our own routes to make our way to checkpoints.
- We went part of the way by bus, and walked the rest.
- A Scottish cycle route sign pointed the way and we decided to take some pictures.
- Mr Rickwood said they will be planning the details of the route along the way.
- When they got in there they signed in for their teacher and kept on talking all the way to ninth period math class.
- The red dots of paint with which Cretan walkers have marked the way are not always easy to spot.
- Excuse me, which way is it to the nearest town?
- Can you tell me the way to Wapping?
- He slept most of the way there and back.
- Is this the way to Donaghcloney?
- Police sealed off main roads along the way to allow the protesters to march through.
Synonyms road, roadway, street, thoroughfare, track, path, pathway, lane, avenue, drive, channel - 2.2 A specified direction of travel or movement.
we just missed another car coming the other way Example sentencesExamples - Which way was he facing?
- You met him in Newgate Street; Which way was he going?
- I peeked across the cafeteria toward Emmett, grateful that he wasn't looking my way.
- Sadly, the man wasn't going our way but he was very friendly.
Synonyms direction, bearing, course, orientation, line, run, tack - 2.3 A means of entry or exit from somewhere, such as a door or gate.
we're going in the back way Example sentencesExamples - There is a second way in at the back.
- ‘Tell you what though, there's a couple of flashlights in the control room. We'll pop out the back way, grab them and come back and give you a hand!’
- That evening, when Gary was done closing up for the night, he bid Mr. McCullough goodbye, stepped out the back way, mounted his bike, and headed home.
Synonyms door, doorway, gate, exit, entrance, entry, portal - 2.4 A distance traveled or to be traveled; the distance from one place to another.
they still had a long way ahead of them figurative the area's wine industry still has some way to go to full maturity Example sentencesExamples - A short while later they where standing on a hill with the city a short ways behind them.
- If you have to go to Reading or Glastonbury, it's quite a way to travel from the north of England.
- Once I had reached a little ways beyond the last place I checked I decided to turn around.
- I walked a little ways back up the drive and paced back and forth under the chestnut tree.
- You can see in the aviation-mishap status update below that we have quite a ways to go to reach our goal.
- Does he really need to go all the way to the North of England to find this out?
- They reached a good ways down the tunnel when Caleb felt his weakness starting to finally take over.
- A short way further along the passage they came to a steel ladder, bolted into the wall and running up through a lightless shaft to the upper levels.
- Yes really, we travelled all the way from Glasgow to Lake Molveno in northern Italy on a bus.
- It was a ways off in the distance and it was hard to get an estimate as to how far away it was.
Synonyms distance, length, stretch, journey, extent - 2.5in singular A period between one point in time and another.
September was a long way off Example sentencesExamples - So, as long as we've got them, we don't have to worry about William becoming king, because that's quite a long way off.
- It seemed such a long way off, and now, suddenly, the wedding is imminent.
- Spring is a long way off.
Synonyms period of time, time, stretch, term, span, duration - 2.6in singular Travel or motion along a particular route; the route along which someone or something would travel if unobstructed.
Christine tried to follow but Martin blocked her way Example sentencesExamples - While it's uncertain whether the protest and subsequent meeting will prevent cuts, the way the governor's staff handled the whole affair is instructive: I'm told that technically they could have been arrested for blocking the way.
- That is why I was standing in the way at the door.
- They forced their way through a wall of brush and then took wire cutters to a rusting barbed wire fence that stood in their way.
- There he was standing in my way in the hallway.
- They asked me to get out of the way so they could take photographs of her alone.
- Travelling at the same speed as lorries, we lost count of the number trying to bully us out of their way.
- 2.7one's way Used with a verb and adverbial phrase to intensify the force of an action or to denote movement or progress.
I shouldered my way to the bar Example sentencesExamples - I climbed up and navigated my way over the top of the bales unsteadily.
- So we get back in the car and start inching our way up the hill.
- I wend my way through the crowd before the artist interview begins.
- Adam wormed his way through the crowd to his hut.
- Bradford is clawing its way up the recycling ladder.
- Della must have gone already, I think as I inch my way down the hall.
- The truly outstanding athlete always fights his way to the top, no matter what the odds.
- Seeing that she seemed uncomfortable with the situation, he began to worm his way to the door.
- An uncomfortable thought wormed its way to the front of my brain.
- I nodded and watched as Alex weaved his way through the throng of people that were emerging from D block.
- Her uncle weaves his way through the maze of chairs to reach her.
- 2.8informal with modifier or possessive A particular area or locality.
I've got a sick cousin over Fayetteville way Example sentencesExamples - Hes over Bristol way to see about some wrought iron.
- Hey, you know Sellersville isn't all that far from Philly, for anyone who's down that way, and I will be there too.
- I might be coming up your way in a short while!
- I really value the comments from the people who live up that way.
Synonyms locality, neighbourhood, area, district, locale, quarter, community, region, zone, part
3waysParts into which something divides or is divided. the national vote split three ways in combination a five-way bidding war Example sentencesExamples - Under the scheme, the cost of the property would be divided three ways between the buyer, a bank or building society and Government.
- Policymakers at the Bank of England were split three ways for the second consecutive month when they held interest rates at 5% two weeks ago.
4Forward or backward motion of a ship or boat through water. the dinghy lost way and drifted toward the shore Example sentencesExamples - Children under the age of 10 must wear a specified personal flotation device at all times on any vessel when the vessel is under way and they are in an open area of the vessel.
- The vessel under way is bound to keep clear of another at anchor.
5waysA sloping structure down which a new ship is launched. Example sentencesExamples - So the bottle would have had to be broken on her bow to send her down the ways on that day.
- It was a favorite vantage point from which many of them had watched many other Bath Iron Works ships slide down the ways.
adverbwāweɪ informal 1At or to a considerable distance or extent; far (used before an adverb or preposition for emphasis) his understanding of what constitutes good writing is way off target my grandchildren are way ahead of others their age Example sentencesExamples - There is no doubt that the United States is way ahead of the United Kingdom in so many ways.
- We lay on her bed with our arms round each other and just talked and kissed till way past two.
- The ball is rolled to Baxter who has a pop from a distance and shoots way over the bar.
- In every region of England the Greens were way ahead of them in European elections.
- This has changed, and the grey bar now heads way off to the right of the screen.
- The great problem is that the effect of the disease has been felt way outside of agriculture.
- She can also smoke, drink and indulge way beyond the limits of human endurance.
- 1.1North American as submodifier Much.
I was cycling way too fast Example sentencesExamples - If he is moving along too fast or seems to like you way more than you like him, let him go.
- You should just become a rocker; it would be easier to explain and looks way cooler.
- People may mock, but it's way better than my real social life.
- I'd actually always thought she was way cooler than him, and was keen to hang out.
- They find it hard to charge for their services; they usually give way more than they ask for, and this means they scrape by.
- 1.2US usually as submodifier Extremely; really (used for emphasis)
the guys behind the bar were way cool Example sentencesExamples - ‘Dad, you never told me we had any way cool relatives!’
- I wanted to pay some appreciation to some way cool blog people - I don't know these people beyond the blog, but I appreciate their presence around here!
Synonyms extremely, very, exceedingly, exceptionally, especially, extraordinarily, tremendously, vastly, hugely, abundantly, intensely, acutely, singularly, significantly, distinctly, outstandingly, uncommonly, unusually, decidedly, particularly, eminently, supremely, highly, remarkably, really, truly, mightily, thoroughly, to a fault, in the extreme, extra
Phrases Nearby, especially on the opposite side of the street. we went for a meal in the Italian restaurant across the way Example sentencesExamples - ‘The woman and her husband moved in across the way from us when we lived in Birkenhead,’ explained Miles.
- My father's mother lived downstairs, my mother's mother lived across the road and all my uncles and aunts lived in the building across the way or the building behind.
- The only green space is the graveyard across the way from the hospital - there's nowhere to get fresh air or play.
- Soon, hopefully, there will be a computer, blocking my view of the perfect family across the way.
- I was sitting on the balcony a little while ago, enjoying the cool breeze, and noticed someone walking around in an apartment across the way.
- It's not a nice thing looking out at other family members living across the way, with no heating or lighting; that's why we allowed them to connect up to us.
- I used to go to Sherington school, just over the way, and there's no way that many kids were driven to school when I was a nipper.
- There's a nice view of the street and the park across the way.
- Now Jake and Marcy are happily divorced - Jake, indeed, lives in a trailer parked across the way from the family's beachside home.
- Next they went to the fire hydrant across the way on the other street and finally they got water.
- He has that garage over the way, but he's an odd one.
1Have started one's journey. Example sentencesExamples - They could be on their way to beating the big-league record of 29.
- They were on their way to watch the 15-year-old take part in rugby training.
- As soon as the first cub was born, it was clear to the animal keepers and the vet that more were on their way.
- Then the carriage started moving and we were on our way.
- The officer had been on his way to an armed robbery with lights and sirens blazing, and admitted travelling between 50 and 60 mph in a 30 mph zone.
- We climbed into my old, beat-up car and were on our way.
- We packed swiftly and were on our way within half an hour, totally oblivious to the incredible journey that still lay ahead.
- A month later, Elle and I were on our way to Germany along with other freshmen and juniors and seniors.
- We started walking towards town together and he explained he was on his way to a job interview as a nurse's aide.
- Come on let me get my stuff then we will be on our way back to the house.
- 1.1informal Go away.
on your way, and stop wasting my time! Example sentencesExamples - We decided to sleep in the car, but a ranger came around with a flashlight and told us to be on our way.
- They were very aggressive me and told me to be on my way.
Synonyms go away, depart, leave, take oneself off, take off, get out, get out of my sight
By a great amount; by far. Example sentencesExamples - It has been a very good season but it is not over by a long way.
- After all, it's cheaper than re-mortgaging by a long way!
- As I said last year, it's not over, not by a long way.
- The adversarial system is not serving us well at the moment, not by a long way.
- The instances I have cited aren't the first, not by a long way.
- Saturday night's gig was our best so far, by a long way.
- ‘We weren't good enough by a long way,’ he said.
- We are not resigned to this yet by a long way and, considering we only had five days notice of this meeting it's amazing how many people turned up to support us.
- We're already the cheapest by a long way, so I don't see prices coming down to compete with another high fares airline.
- They're still the best team in the world by a long way.
Synonyms much, very much, considerably, markedly, immeasurably, decidedly, greatly, significantly, substantially, appreciably, noticeably, materially, signally by a great amount, by a good deal, by a long chalk, by a long shot, by a long way, by a mile, far and away
1Incidentally (used to introduce a minor topic not connected with what was being spoken about previously) by the way, pay in advance if you can Example sentencesExamples - The physical design and layout of the book, by the way, are as good as they possibly could be, given its great length.
- You should really read your employer's policies on discrimination against gay men, by the way.
- Anyone with an interest in how it all worked should have a look at this morning's Washington Post, by the way.
- Thanks for your kind thoughts and e-mails, by the way, they're very much appreciated.
- Check out his blog by the way - it was always good and keeps getting better.
- Did you know, by the way, that Portugal is the world's largest producer of cork?
- By the way, have you ever noticed that doctors in hospitals tend to talk about you to their medical students as though you don't even exist?
- Thursday, by the way, is also the day that our new kitchen gets delivered.
- The current process, by the way, has been in place more or less unchanged for over fourteen hundred years.
- The report she quotes, by the way, is available through this site, but only if you're prepared to pay for it.
Synonyms incidentally, by the by, in passing, en passant 2During the course of a journey. you will have a fine view of Moray Firth by the way
1So as to pass through or across; via. we approached the Berlin Wall by way of Checkpoint Charlie Example sentencesExamples - He voted in Texas, then made his way back to Washington by way of Columbus, Ohio.
- He returned to the main post in the vestibule by way of three long connecting buildings on Wilkins Road.
- They passed from cellar to cellar by way of holes in the walls.
- We made it there in the end, although admittedly by way of thirty-odd roundabouts, and sat at a long dim table in a corner where four of the lights had blown.
- The heart then pumps the oxygen-rich blood through the body by way of arteries.
- We by-pass a farm with fine barns and cross another idyllic little stream by way of four large stepping-stones.
- Drive on to reach a viaduct, cross this and turn immediately right by way of a metal gate into Cairnsmore Estate.
- This was also the period in which Buddhism spread throughout China, arriving by way of India.
- It was August, sunny and hot, and we were on a trip from Iowa to Wyoming by way of the scenic wonders of South Dakota.
- He traveled no farther than four miles outside of Nevaharday by way of the trade route.
- It resembles Arabian couscous, from which it probably originated, traveling to the Spanish colonies by way of the mother land.
2Constituting; as a form of. “I can't help it,” shouted Tom by way of apology Example sentencesExamples - The team has had plenty of glory days in the past, but of late their efforts have brought little by way of reward.
- Although the reference is to a change resulting from a court or tribunal ruling, that is by way of example.
- He claimed he'd only sent some of the items by way of an apology.
- She stood her ground. A year later, her boss bought her a £7,000 piano by way of apology.
- Almost three quarters of the way through his reign, he has accomplished virtually nothing by way of political reform.
- What would be necessary by way of reparation, apology, atonement for that to be acceptable?
- Now, by way of thanks, he is being awarded the freedom of East Lothian.
- It may even be that the House may find it necessary to place some arbitrary limit on awards of damages that are made by way of punishment.
- Maybe I should post a few of them by way of illustration.
- I asked whether it was a nice gesture of my host that he'd managed to collate the past decade's songs by way of a celebration.
noncompliance with the regulations is punishable by way of a fine Example sentencesExamples - Several car manufacturers are expected to pass on the excise reliefs to the consumers by way of reduced prices.
- Agree in advance by way of a contract what you wish them to do and what the charges will be on an hourly basis.
- Unfortunately, this has been passed on to farmers by way of lower prices paid to farmers.
- They add to the local economy through knowledge transfer by way of training, research and development.
- The majority of cost increases come by way of contracted pay and benefit hikes.
- She gave birth to a healthy baby boy three years ago by way of in vitro fertilization.
- A past district governor of Rotary illustrates this by way of his personal experience on the streets of Malawi.
- Well, the Constitution can be changed by the people by way of a referendum.
- Fans had applied for passes to these gigs by way of a text message and lottery-draw system.
- Bryson makes his way through the British countryside, towns and cities by way of bus, train, or on foot.
Happen or become available to one. he did whatever jobs came his way Example sentencesExamples - We will have to deal with whatever comes our way.
- I think he is guilty, as the pictures show, of throwing more than one punch and he has to accept whatever punishment comes his way.
- We are given pain relief in our society for whatever ailment comes our way.
- Only once you're in and established does it get easier as jobs start coming your way.
- He can give you hope and the strength to endure whatever hard times come your way.
- I want to be in a position to withstand whatever challenge might come my way.
- Then, you can get through whatever comes your way, whatever happens.
- I think it is important to grab whatever work is coming my way.
- They should be really well prepared for whatever comes their way after I leave.
- We accept any job that comes our way not realising how efficient we are at it.
- What I want for my children is for them to be resilient, to be able to cope with whatever comes their way.
- I appreciate this might be against the rules of blogging and am prepared to take whatever punishment comes my way.
get (or have) one's (own) way Get or do what one wants in spite of opposition. Example sentencesExamples - He said: ‘If developers have their way there will be a conurbation stretching from Oxenhope to Keighley.’
- And it would seem the editors and producers are either too ignorant or too lily-livered not to let them have their way.
- If the two tennis enthusiasts have their way, every youngster in St Lucia will benefit from free lessons in a sport still considered strictly for the well-to-do.
- This is a man so obsessed with having his own way that he does not see party unity as being of any great importance; a truly dangerous position to take.
- Over the past 6 years, he got used to having his way in the party - whether by sulking at the mildest of criticism, or by cracking the whip on apparatchiks.
- If she's volatile, puts you down or insists on having her way, she's not a good candidate for best friend material.
- If the TV executives in this Los Angeles office have their way, America will soon get the chance to watch imported African TV shows 24 hours a day.
- Powerful people in powerful places may prefer that some questions go unanswered, and some opinions remain unheard - but that doesn't mean they'll have their way.
- But she has a reputation for getting her own way and that, coupled to her closeness to the First Minister, could be good news - if her way is the right way.
- As it turns out, Adams did get his way in the end.
- He is a sweet 4-year-old, who is quite cute but also quite determined and used to having his own way.
- Well, if they have their way, it is likely to change a lot.
1Yield to someone or something. he was not a man to give way to this kind of pressure Example sentencesExamples - His American counterpart Hal Sutton tried all he could to counter what he saw as a piece of cunning propaganda by his opposite number, but the figures spoke for themselves and he had to give way.
- In giving way on compulsory student unionism, Beazley is clearing the decks for more important issues, like Industrial Relations.
- It was at this point that the World Bank gave way, and agreed to an independent review on the project - the first in its history.
- The politician, who had originally opposed the party making such a decision and supported the use of military force, gave way and voted for the resolution.
- Henry was defeated and forced to give way; news that John also had joined his enemies hastened the King's death near Tours in 1189.
- A determined battle can make sure that the Labour government is forced to give way.
- The company resisted as far as it could, but was forced to give way under the joint pressure of the workers and the government.
- He wouldn't give way, as hard as Alexandra tried.
- A less common insinuation, though still a fascinating one, was that he was behaving hypocritically, since even he knew that he would eventually have to give way.
- Still, Governor Carey gave way and approved a bailout.
Synonyms yield, back down, make concessions, surrender, admit defeat, concede defeat, give in, give up, submit, succumb, raise the white flag, show the white flag - 1.1(of a support or structure) be unable to carry a load or withstand a force; collapse or break.
Example sentencesExamples - As he stood there helplessly watching, the foundation post gave way and the house collapsed.
- The ceiling collapsed in as the girders gave way and the support beams snapped.
- Halfway up the slope Kevin's legs finally gave way and he collapsed.
- Suddenly, without warning, when she was nearing her eightieth press-up, her arms gave way and she collapsed.
- I started to feel very weak and wobbly and my legs gave way beneath me and I collapsed.
- Before anyone could reach me, my legs gave way and I collapsed onto the floor.
- They were old and loose, so they would, hopefully, give way easily.
- The river was wide at this point of crossing, and the ice could easily give way.
- Her knees shook and then gave way as she collapsed in exhaustion.
- Often support beams would give way under the pressure of shifting rock.
- But once the upper floors began to give way, terrible force was set in motion.
- He just barely made it across, huge chunks of the ridge giving way under his feet.
- I yanked a little harder until the lock gave way.
Synonyms collapse, give, fall to pieces, come apart, crumple, crumble, cave in, fall in, disintegrate, go to pieces - 1.2Allow oneself to be overcome by or to succumb to (an emotion or impulse)
she gave way to a burst of weeping Example sentencesExamples - She tried to contain her agony as best she could but felt herself giving way to a series of small whimpers that overcame her shaking body.
- Then, on impulse, she kissed him, finally giving way to the feelings she had hidden for so many months.
- And to give way to this impulse (submit to this discipline) is to experience a peculiar pleasure.
Synonyms succumb, yield, give in, submit, surrender, fall victim be replaced by, be succeeded by, be followed by, be superseded by, be supplanted by, be ousted by
2Allow someone or something to be or go first. give way to traffic coming from the right Example sentencesExamples - Police were also filming at intersections where they had received complaints from pedestrians worried about cars not giving way.
- It is not clear who has priority and who has to give way.
- I constantly witness individuals exchanging obscenities because neither wishes to pull over and give way.
- Cars waiting to turn right on to Carleton Road from Skipton hold all the outgoing traffic up as cars coming into Skipton won't give way on a green light.
- Traffic emerging from Bradford should then give way, which all except left-hand drive vehicles can do readily without having a problem.
- There is a certain amount of smug satisfaction to be gained from having greater access than the numerous Mercedes and BMWs which are forced to give way in the leafy lanes.
- Whereupon I checked my rearview mirror to make sure traffic was giving way, and saw our director hurtling towards me at 60 mph.
- A couple of years ago you could always rely on a lorry driver to give way and allow you to pass.
- Indeed the new roundabout appeared to be working much better than the one at Circular Road/Killala Road where motorists still stop when they should go and go when they should stop and give way.
- Something is required on Oak Lane where drivers - you know who you are - coming from North Park Road pull straight out instead of giving way, as they should according to the sign.
- Traffic lights were green with a sign indicating that traffic making a left turn should give way.
- 2.1Be replaced or superseded by.
Alan's discomfort gave way to anger Example sentencesExamples - The politics of consensus and conciliation gave way to the politics of confrontation and intrigue.
- The meadow was now giving way to slender trees and spreading bushes.
- Eventually the eucalyptus and green fields of the valley bottom give way again to the lush sub-tropical rainforest that grows on the surrounding sandstone escarpments.
- They say it is a sign of health when depression gives way to anger.
- It is distressing to see the impulse for integration give way to calls for segregation.
- Calm, however, is gradually giving way to more negative emotions.
- His intuition that public life is indeed intellectually diminished gives way to a humble acceptance of the world as it is.
- Unfortunately, as old houses and small lanes give way to skyscrapers, ancient trees have been chopped down.
- The darkness surrendered to light, midnight blue giving way to resplendent golds and luminous pinks.
- As we waited, annoyed discontent began to give way to barely controllable rage.
- This nettles her at first and gradually the anger and irritation give way to a secret longing for him to look at her.
go all the (or the whole) way 1Continue a course of action to its conclusion. Example sentencesExamples - If the latter course is followed, why not go all the way and form a Triple Alliance.
- The group didn't really play for six months although Rose and Dave were working on some material but they never went all the way with it.
- Others have gone all the way by declaring that they can't support him.
- When they do action, they go all the way.
- Where there are those who presently maintain that the President may only serve a few years of his third-year term, and then gracefully retire; there are others of course, who maintain that he will go the whole way.
- At the national convention two years ago, however, the leaders hesitated in going all the way in this direction.
- Especially because they have advised him to go all the way without taking his coalition partners with him.
- Never play with insurrection, but when beginning it be aware that you must go all the way.
- If you're going to be charging everyone else involved, you might as well go all the way.
- Many don't know if they want to work at an at-home job, or go all the way and start their own business.
- 1.1informal Have sexual intercourse with someone.
Example sentencesExamples - If you're willing to go all the way, here are a few helpful hints.
- But he reminds me of a tease who acts interested yet won't go all the way.
- Her best friend, Jaz, had said she must have led Craig on, then cried ‘rape’ when he went all the way, so Nicole had not told anyone else.
- Plus he doesn't go all the way with a girl on the first date, so he was a pretty safe bet.
- Also, getting intimate with a partner only to break it off before going all the way can lead to distress for the partner, since they are feeling ready to have sex and then have to give up.
- What a relief that must have been, not having to tie yourself up for life just because you wanted to go all the way.
- I was sitting on a couch between two couples who were this close to going all the way.
usually with infinitiveMake a special effort to do something. Mrs. Mott went out of her way to be courteous to Sara Example sentencesExamples - The publicity surrounding the organisation ensured that politicians went out of their way to co-operate with the survey and to court the women's vote.
- We reach out to friends who could use support, make an effort to understand what they need and often go out of our way to give them what we sense they need.
- It wasn't as if she went out of her way to cause trouble.
- We are deeply upset that an unruly element went out of their way to cause trouble but they have been dealt with by police.
- They deliberately went out of their way to be friendly.
- And the witness accounts and medical evidence show they went out of their way to maximise casualties by packing ball bearings and shrapnel into the bombs.
- She kept all her troubles to herself while going out of her way to help others with their problems.
- They went out of their way to ensure I had a good time.
- Aware of the difficulties of getting settled in Shanghai without any knowledge of Mandarin, my colleagues often went out of their way to make sure I had no problems.
- Old students will remember him as being one of the most formidable members of staff - you certainly went out of your way to avoid upsetting him.
- Particular thanks to the two police in Windhoek who went out of their way to make sure that we got to our destination safely.
- He bothered to go out of his way to find out exactly what was happening and who was involved, which is more than anyone else did.
Synonyms bother, take the time, take the trouble, go to the trouble, make the effort, exert oneself, go out of one's way
Act independently or as one wishes, especially against contrary advice. Example sentencesExamples - He has gained his international prestige precisely by going his own way at all times.
- I always feel that I let them down; I just went my own way.
- The elder brother went on to become a member of the world's most famous pop group, while the younger one changed his name and went his own way.
- But over and over, when this administration has been presented with a reasonable alternative, they have rejected it and gone their own way.
- How did you get, then, the reputation of being the lone person who goes her own way?
- They've gone their own way, but all still live in the same community and have always been there for each other.
- Despite the Church's stand against abortion and birth control many Catholics, especially in wealthy nations, go their own way on moral issues.
- As a result, the British went their own way and set up the European Free Trade Association in 1959.
- ‘If we persist with dogged determination in going our own way, disregarding the signs to the contrary, we will sooner or later have to pay for our foolishness,’ she warns.
- Johnson went his own way, not only in novels but also in film and television scripts.
- After the 1997-98 crisis, Mahathir thumbed his nose at the world and went his own way by imposing currency controls.
1(of events, circumstances, etc.) be favorable to one. I was just hoping things went my way Example sentencesExamples - I had nothing to lose and everything to gain, and I was fortunate that events went my way with injuries.
- After nearly seventeen years of events that never seemed to go my way, anything good seemed like it had to be short-term.
- Me, I'm just hoping that everything keeps on going my way and that I don't lose any more money than I have already lost.
- His pleasure when events went his way was the uncomplicated pleasure of a child or a boastful teenager.
- The events seemed to be going our way - we would not have to spend the night in New Orleans.
- Kiltimagh now have to beat Tourmakeady in their final game on Friday next and hope that the other results go their way.
- Investing on the stock market, like betting on the horses or hoping the turn of the cards will go your way in the casino, is always something of a gamble.
- I know they were slightly peeved that everything had not gone their way but to sneak new staff onto a ship without consulting anyone is a bit much in this day and age.
- Even this might have been lost had events not gone their way.
- It is all down to a show of hands on the day and we have to hope it goes our way.
- I've no doubt she'll be itching to return the favour if the result goes her way next weekend.
each went his way singing hallelujahs Example sentencesExamples - Clyde and Sally went their way, while Jason walked Janice home.
- When they had gone their way, I set off up to the old town.
- So he went his way.
informal in imperativeUsed to indicate angrily that although one disagrees with something someone has said or proposed, one is not going to argue further. have it your way—we'll go to Princetown Example sentencesExamples - Very well, have it your way, but don't say we didn't warn you.
- ‘Fine, have it your way,’ Amber said somewhat reluctantly.
- ‘Fine, have it your way,’ said Vince without any emotion. ‘Wreck the place, turn it inside out.’
- ‘Fine, have it your way,’ Laura snapped, tears springing to her eyes.
- We shouldn't just throw up our hands and exclaim, ‘Fine, have it your way!’
- He shrugged, ‘Fine, have it your way.’
- ‘Okay fine,’ my Mom said flinging her hands in the air. ‘You guys just have it your way - I'm obviously wasting my breath.’
- Okay, fine, have it your way, but I want that paternity test.
- ‘Okay, have it your way,’ I pause, letting her know I'm serious, ‘what do you want?’
- John looked at her and then sighed, ‘Fine Sam, have it your way.’
- I'm not the one he needs protecting from, but have it your way.
Have a particular talent for dealing with or ability in. she's got a way with animals Example sentencesExamples - She always had a way with a camera and made the light hit him at all the right angles.
- You do have a way with people, don't you, Booth?
- She has always had a way with children.
- Musical virtuosity is musical virtuosity, any way you look at it, and those who have a way with an instrument will always find a niche for themselves in the genre of their choice.
- I couldn't help but smile because Scott always did have a way with kids.
- Mayer also has a way with words, and he has the ability to marry them to just the right music.
- Darren always had a way with animals; he knew that.
- Bernard was always said to have had a way with women, so it was perfect casting to have put him in the role of Romeo.
- Hamilton has a way with words, and her descriptions of attempting to join the cool kids are poignant and funny.
- ‘You do have a way with words,’ she says blandly.
- He was very young when he realized he had a way with plants.
humorous Have sexual intercourse with (someone) (typically implying that it is against their wishes or better judgment). Example sentencesExamples - She's single and looking for a partner, male or female, to have her way with.
- She didn't remember much after that, except for crying when she knew that nothing was going to stop Tom from having his way with her.
- Yes it's my secret passion; I was thinking about driving back there in those woods and having my way with you in the back seat.
- His band mates indulged in drunken orgies and had their way with many an adoring fan.
- Is it really that much more disgusting and appalling than a rich 80-year old man having his way with a nubile young student?
- Eve gives into her emotions as her mind pictures Mason having his way with her daughter.
- Does that mean I can't have my way with him when we get to the bedroom?
- After being told to concentrate on teaching and starting a family, and then discovering that Chris is having his way with one of the junior doctors, Charlotte decides to move to Manchester and pose as Chris in order to take on his new job.
- I realized then that he wasn't planning on letting me go without having his way with me.
- He is the young and randy knight who has his way with Catherine, the only woman in the castle, played in a suitably restrained way by Laura Richmond.
Used to indicate that a statement has more than one meaning. Shelley let her hair down in more ways than one Example sentencesExamples - Johnny Randles reminds me that this year was a historic year in more ways than one.
- The three-day expo inaugurated on Monday, is different in more ways than one.
- His collection for fashion week was a celebration of denim, a fabric that has made its mark in more ways than one.
- So they'll end up paying for their tantrum in more ways than one.
- Keeping with the theme of the play, the experience was tragic in more ways than one.
- It has been a painful week for Rangers, in more ways than one.
- He may be gone but he has left his mark in more ways than one.
- Since that day almost 30 years ago their lives have intertwined in more ways than one.
- It now looks like being one of the hottest Tours ever - in more ways than one.
- Spartans have come a long way this season - in more ways than one.
in a way (or in some ways or in one way) To a certain extent, but not altogether or completely (used to reduce the effect of a statement) in some ways television is more challenging than theater Example sentencesExamples - Modelling was great in some ways but I felt it was a very lonely career as well.
- Her conclusions are similar in some ways but in others are quite distinct.
- As soon as the sun sets I have to get changed into my jeans and put a jumper on, which is quite a relief in some ways.
- He wasn't so wrong in some ways, and that's why his description has stayed with me.
- It was nice having them around in a way but they do make quite mess in your garden.
- Being an actor is quite passive in some ways; I want to be more active in the near future.
- I suppose blogging is like life in some ways; it has its good as well as its bad periods.
- It's entirely arbitrary in some ways, but grief is not a simple process that you switch on or off.
- It is quite sad in some ways that the finals are over, but I am looking forward to seeing what happens in the future.
- It is merely worth observing that the claims he makes are in some ways pretty modest.
- We used to spend all of our free time together and, in some ways, we are more like sisters.
- I don't doubt that my husband loved me, but I also know that I was a trophy in some ways.
Synonyms rather, quite, fairly, moderately, somewhat, a little, slightly, a shade
Forming an obstacle or hindrance to movement or action. his head was in the way of my view Example sentencesExamples - You can't just run over anybody who gets in your way!
- When you put your mind to something, nothing can stand in your way.
- They have no intention of allowing nature to stand in their way.
- We should be welcoming newcomers, not placing barriers in their way.
- Montoya looked up from his papers. ‘Certainly my dear fellow, Am I in your way?’
- Don't let a little thing like economics get in your way.
- They were smart enough not to get in Caysee's way.
- But as Sod's law dictates, ‘If you are in a hurry, fate will throw everything in your way to slow you down.’
- So often, powerful forces and powerful interests stand in your way, and the odds seem stacked against you.
- I stand there for a few minutes looking at my son, kissing my wife on the brow and generally getting in the midwife's way before making my excuses.
- I'll never forget what she said to me: You are black and you are a young woman, but don't let anybody stand in your way.
- The law can be inconvenient when it isn't on your side, but you can't let that stand in your way when political power is at stake.
Constituting; as a form of. the script has nothing special in the way of dialogue or characterization
in someone/something's (own) way If regarded from a particular standpoint appropriate to that person or thing. it's a good enough book in its way Example sentencesExamples - In her own way she accomplished a lot.
- In all seriousness, it was entertaining and fun in its own way.
- It's different to the middle of the day - much more mellow, but so striking in its own way.
- Theyre empire builders, in their own way.
- We were together though, the three of us and although we would have had more fun with a full house, it was lovely in its own way.
- Everyone is gifted in their own way.
- It's a bit less effort then a hill climb perhaps, but challenging in its own way.
- It's macho enough, and he would probably think it was quite avant-garde in its way.
- Each show is different in its own way and that's what keeps you going.
- And, in its own way, this pursuit is what makes every day exciting and challenging.
quasars in no way resemble normal galaxies Example sentencesExamples - The Coroner said he believed Mr Stewart was in no way to blame for the accident.
- He said the development would in no way increase traffic in the area.
- Due to our strong personal convictions, we wish to stress that this film in no way endorses a belief in the occult.
- We have seen, countless times, that banning a book will, in no way, prevent its being read.
- As we headed for the beach I realised that we would have to land on top of them, but in no way could we abort the operation.
- This is in no way intended as a slur on the hard-working refuse collectors or recycling operatives in this area.
- I would just like to point out that I am in no way in favour of the scenario that I outlined above.
- For my friends, the attraction of afternoon gigs in York is in no way financially motivated.
- Be assured that my responses will in no way seek to diminish or ridicule contributors.
- He was in no way party to what I said and I've never been a member of his group.
Synonyms by no means, by no manner of means, not at all, in no way, not in the least, not in the slightest, not the least bit, certainly not, absolutely not, definitely not, on no account, under no circumstances
keep (or stay) out of someone's way Example sentencesExamples - If anyone sees me, they should probably stay out of my way.
- I kept out of his way, because he looked quite mad, and was a bit smelly to boot.
- William's sister, who was once so close to him, would do everything she could to stay out of his way.
- Once they have learned that foxes are a source of danger and to be avoided, they should have little difficulty in keeping out of their way.
- When he was drunk, I hid from him and stayed out of his way.
- I suppose I'll have to keep out of their way for the next few days, else I might say something I'll regret.
- I spent the rest of the tour staying out of his way.
- We knew they had a better chance if we stayed out of their way.
- He wasn't curious enough to ask what she was doing, just as long as she was staying out of his way.
- When the cops are moving in I try to stay out of their way.
- He'd been staying out of my way, something I sometimes appreciated and sometimes hated.
1Go first along a route to show someone the way. Example sentencesExamples - He would accompany them to the airport in the Embassy van and lead the way through customs.
- She shrugs without much enthusiasm then leads the way along a narrow hallway.
- Turning back, I let Charles lead the way, laughing along with him and feeling the chilly wind on my damp skin.
- With Simon leading the way, the group of women made their way along the corridor.
- They led the way to a heavy door at the far end and ushered me in.
- A local guide will lead the way, entertaining them with tales of folklore and mystery associated with the area.
- Lauren led the way through the house, while Angela and Jake tagged along behind her.
- Businessman John Innes leads the way along a narrow dirt track, overgrown with chest-high grass and twisting vines, illustrating immediately the attraction to tourists keen to see for themselves the scenes of war.
- The two men led the way and Heather tagged along behind them, still trying to look everywhere at once.
- Lance, still bursting with enthusiasm, led the way along the perimeter fence.
Synonyms guide, conduct, show the way - 1.1Be a pioneer in a particular activity.
Example sentencesExamples - At present Europe leads the way in developing alternative and sustainable energy and in designing energy-efficient technologies from central heating to hi-fi systems.
- We want to build a Europe that leads the way in the cancellation of debt in the developing world, that is nuclear free, that protects the environment and that welcomes and trades fairly with other regions.
- There are pockets of hopeful activity, both provincial and federal, with farmers leading the way.
- It'd be nice to see Texas leading the way in developing a great train system.
- Four York primary schools are leading the way in developing methods of teaching foreign languages to young children.
- The international economic institutions should lead the way.
- The US is leading the way, both in development of technology and take-up rates of internet commerce.
- They are leading the way and I only hope other institutions will follow suit.
- And as is often the case, where popular culture leads the way, the more conservative institutions in a society follow eventually.
- He also said, we'd be leading the way for new development in science for years to come.
Synonyms take the first step, initiate things, break ground, break new ground, blaze a trail, lay the foundation, lay the first stone, set in motion, prepare the way, set the ball rolling, take the initiative, make the first move, make a start
one way and another (or one way or another, one way or the other) 1Taking most aspects or considerations into account. it's been quite a day one way and another Example sentencesExamples - Its been a big year one way and another.
- So, one way and another, it wasn't the most auspicious or exciting of seasons, but such are the vagaries of National Hunt racing and while these events test everyone's patience there is still much to potentially look forward to with both horses.
- You sound to have had rather an eventful week one way and another.
2Used to indicate that something is the case for any of various unspecified reasons. one way or another she brought it on herself Example sentencesExamples - This is the second boat we have lost one way or another.
- We spend lots of time and money and psychic energy on picking our presidents, with millions of people in one way or the other involved.
- Hey Congress: it seems 99% of you are breaking the law, one way or the other.
- 2.1By some means.
he wants to get rid of me one way or another Example sentencesExamples - We must therefore, ensure that avenues are created - reservations if necessary - so as to absorb them one way or the other.
- ‘We should do everything we can to get this resolved and find a way to have him removed from office, one way or the other,’ he said.
- But one way or another, the American College of Physicians argues in this new paper, we have to cover everybody.
- 2.2Whichever of two given alternatives is the case.
the question is not yet decided, one way or the other Example sentencesExamples - We are going to continue as long as possible until it's decided one way or the other.
- The national court could alternatively decline to decide the point one way or the other.
- Gerald has yet to comment again one way or the other.
- I mean, there's nothing to prove yet one way or the other.
- But health hazards may be the most significant reason for objections, since, despite what the Government is telling us, the case is not yet proven one way or the other.
- Although Anna hasn't decided one way or the other, her three-way relationship with Kathy and Martin seems so comfortable as to be almost inevitable.
- I haven't heard any persuasive evidence one way or the other on this question yet.
- Fortunately, we don't have to decide one way or the other.
- He's adamant he still hasn't decided one way or the other.
- Do your family a big favor and decide one way or the other whether you're going to keep playing.
In the course of a journey. I'll tell you on the way home Example sentencesExamples - It was full of French students and Portugese holidaymakers on their way back from Ipswich of all places.
- We packed swiftly and were on our way within half an hour totally oblivious to the incredible journey that still lay ahead.
- Little children with chubby cheeks pass us on their way to school.
- Therefore the very next evening I was on my way to attend a rehearsal, and of course to meet the cast.
- One could not help noticing that more than half the vehicles were passing through the town on their way to the coast.
- Many of his followers were already on their way and they didn't have mobile phones.
- Were they, perhaps, pink flamingos, lost on their way back to the Mediterranean?
- The cathedral bells were being rung as I walked through the cathedral close on my way to work this morning.
- People walk the same streets on their way to work or wherever, and the world gets familiar.
- They were obviously on their way into town for the day from somewhere far away.
1About to arrive or happen. there's more snow on the way Example sentencesExamples - It's getting warmer; it's still cold but the sun is shining and spring is on its way.
- She knew it would not be long before the baby was on its way but the weather had dramatically changed.
- The contractions were getting stronger and she shouted to me that the baby was on its way.
- A hard frost is forecast tonight, while more snow and sleet is on the way tomorrow and Friday.
- I just saw some crocuses poking out of the ground, which means spring is on its way.
- The council later said it had not been warned snow was on the way, but this winter it is taking no such chances.
- Petrol prices have risen again in York - and still more increases are on the way as war looms closer.
- Today is sunny and yesterday was warm and I think spring might actually be on the way.
- She said a package that included a birthday cake and candles for her daughter was on its way and should arrive soon.
- The weather always picks up in the New Year and makes you feel Spring is on the way only to become nasty during February.
Synonyms coming, imminent, forthcoming, approaching, impending, close, near, on us - 1.1informal (of a child) conceived but not yet born.
Example sentencesExamples - I threw my job in to go freelance when I had a baby on the way.
- To date two couples have married, three couples are engaged, a baby has been born and another is on the way.
- She had two toddlers, another baby on the way and a part-time job in publishing.
- She was married with a baby on the way and she was in love with a man other than her husband.
- He would appear to have it all: he's a bright lad, with a devoted girlfriend, and a baby on the way.
- Claims that the world's first cloned baby could be on its way have been met with widespread condemnation.
- The couple had a daughter last year and have another baby on the way.
- With one daughter already and another baby on the way, she is desperate for a bigger place in which to raise their family.
- I had a loving husband, a new job, a baby on the way, and the horizon was looking as bright as it could be.
- He's married now with two adorable twin girls and a third baby on the way and I'm thrilled for him.
on the (or one's) way out 1In the process of leaving. Example sentencesExamples - Adam rolled his eyes, before steering her out of the library, picking up her bag for her on the way out.
- He took the chance and ran, picking up his bags on the way out of the door and leaving his keys behind.
- If you're still a little peckish on your way out, just by the exit is a café.
- I usually have a big duffle bag that I pack with food on my way out.
- I rushed downstairs, grabbing a drink on the way out along with my bag.
- She finished applying her makeup at top speed and snatched her little white purse on the way out, pausing just long enough to lock the door.
- Picking up her bag on the way out, she ran outside to catch the bus to school.
- The rest of you, just keep packing these bags, and we can throw them in the cars on our way out.
- Striding into a bank in North Miami Beach, a man pulled a pistol from his pocket, did the usual stick-up speech, and within 30 seconds was on his way out with a bag of loot.
- A minute later I had found my bags and the four of us were on our way out to Jay's car.
- We pass many beautiful colonial buildings on our way out of the city.
- 1.1informal Going out of fashion or favor.
Example sentencesExamples - Although they're on their way out, leggings always find a way to somehow come back.
- ‘It is easy to fetishize things that we imagine are on their way out,’ suggests Cristina Nehring in an essay this past June in the New York Times.
- Roll-top baths, which until recently everyone clamoured for, are on their way out.
- I suspect these parties are on their way out as serious forces, and a curious result of devolution will be the reintegration of Scottish and Welsh politics into the mainstream.
- But as the presidential elections proved, the parliamentary elections will also prove that they are defeated, that they are on their way out.
- Along with this, many other native games are also on their way out.
1In the opposite position or direction. Example sentencesExamples - Please note that the banner stating Start and Finish needs to be the other way round!
- 1.1The opposite of what is expected or supposed.
it was you who sought me out, not the other way around Example sentencesExamples - Parents expect to be buried by their children, not the other way around.
- Ideally, in knowledge-based industries like banking and financial services, the figures should be the other way round.
- He feels that the project will actually lead to overcrowding in Bangalore due to an influx of people from other cities and towns and not the other way round.
- He's the guy in charge, and people are supposed to listen to him, not the other way around.
- Surely, the lesson's that no player is bigger than the game, and that it's the fans who dictate the governance of sport, not the other way round.
- I would expect it to be the other way round, can anyone explain?
- I used to think the older sister was supposed to watch over the younger one not the other way around.
- She couldn't understand why he was so scared; it was she who was supposed to be scared of him, not the other way round.
- I assumed it was the latter since I was supposed to be following him, not the other way around.
- The facts should dictate the policy, not the other way round.
Synonyms conversely, inversely, the other way round, contrariwise, oppositely, in reverse, reciprocally
1(of a place) remote; secluded. we're too out of the way for mains electricity as modifier an out-of-the-way rural district Example sentencesExamples - Akin to rats deserting a sinking ship, four survivors flee out of the major cities to a secluded, out-of-the-way shopping mall.
- It's rather out of the way, so give yourself at least an hour once you get here.
- Already we've seen the need for both spouses to work simply to afford a roof over their heads frequently in out-of-the-way locations remote from their place of work.
- When my wife and I travel we prefer not to stay in hotels or resorts, but rather in out-of-the-way places with a local feel.
- They hide in out-of-the-way places and plan and plot and scheme.
Synonyms outlying, outer, outermost economic recovery will begin once the election is out of the way Example sentencesExamples - With these basics out of the way, we can start to build a game plan and talk about strategy.
- Before I begin let me get one thing out of the way.
- Whatever the reasons, we will have to wait until the European elections are out of the way before any announcements.
- No wonder many Labour strategists want the election safely out of the way as soon as possible.
- As soon as the election was out of the way, some of the country's biggest companies unveiled sweeping job cuts.
- Right, now that's out of the way, on to the review.
- Once the reform question was out of the way, however, the Duke was able to regain his political footing and operate effectively against the government.
- Now that the election is out of the way, the recommendations must be published without further delay.
- Once the exam is finished and plagiarism concerns are out of the way, I'll post my answers to both questions.
- Let's get the big question out of the way at the start.
- When this deal is out of the way we will then set about floating the company on the gray market.
- It is a sly attempt to get this issue out of the way before the election proper starts.
- 2.1(of a person) no longer an obstacle or hindrance to someone's plans.
why did Josie want her out of the way? Example sentencesExamples - The plan could not move ahead until the prince was out of the way.
- Now that the general is out of the way, all our plans can be put into action.
- He wants you out of the way so you don't ruin his plans.
- Was this some sort of plan to keep her busy and out of the way?
- As long as we keep the radicals out of the way, we should get a new deal.
3usually with negativeUnusual, exceptional, or remarkable. he'd seen nothing out of the way something very out of the way had happened Example sentencesExamples - Asked if he knew what contributed to his long life and good health, Joe remarked that he did nothing out of the way and did not abuse himself.
- The doors were locked and nothing out of the way had been heard.
- But, as expected, nothing out of the way came to light.
Synonyms strange, unusual, peculiar, odd, funny, curious, bizarre, weird, uncanny, queer, unexpected, unfamiliar, abnormal, off-centre
Not on one's intended route. Example sentencesExamples - Honestly it's miles out of his way, in completely the opposite direction from where he lives, but he wouldn't let me get a train.
- But why should motorists on a multi-million-euro highway have to drive out of their way to spend a penny?
- You go 50 or 60 miles out of your way only to discover it's not worth it.
- You don't have to go three miles out of your way just to finish the story.
- The first few weeks after I bought it I was terrified, going miles out of my way in search of parking or turning places.
- And one in 10 claimed to drive a significant distance out of their way to avoid travelling on a motorway.
- ‘You don't go 20 miles out of your way to have a cup of coffee,’ he says.
- Driver reviver stops provide free tea and coffee and give you opportunity to take a break without going too far out of your way.
- Usually she avoided it, traveling miles out of her way to go around it.
- I ended up walking about a mile out of my way, thanks to following the instructions given.
put someone in the way of dated Give someone the opportunity of. Example sentencesExamples - He is a businessman, and he may be able to put me in the way of obtaining a position.
- I was pondering what might be the best way to replace the irreplaceable, when a friend put me in the way of Steve.
- Thereupon, he considered it a duty to cross-question men of all degrees as to their knowledge, to make them conscious of their ignorance, and so put them in the way of becoming wise.
dated Used euphemistically to indicate that someone is homosexual.
to someone's (or one's) way of thinking In someone's (or one's) opinion. Example sentencesExamples - His escape is the most spectacular and exciting part of the entire film, to my way of thinking, and is really exciting moviemaking.
- Through their kindness, the children were technically exposing themselves to disciplinary action, which, to my way of thinking, is a stupid situation.
- That's much more attractive, to my way of thinking, than living in a soulless outer suburb far from facilities and employment opportunities.
- But there is logic at work here, or at least what passes for logic to my way of thinking.
- At the age of 42, when most mothers are beginning to dream of putting their feet up, Karen Slater had - to my way of thinking - a somewhat odd way of spending a nice day out.
- Perhaps there is something amiss with my sense of values, but this, to my way of thinking, is barefaced robbery.
- The focus, to my way of thinking, should remain on the president as the country internalizes the fact that this war was a mistake.
- His title means nothing, and, to his way of thinking, the only thing left that defines him is his service in the army.
- And to my way of thinking, if we have to continue or again close down factories and put people out of work because of border delays, that's just another way for the terrorists to win.
- You know, to my way of thinking, if you have credible information about a specific threat, you don't go giving a news conference.
- After all, to their way of thinking, there are ‘many more where that came from.’
Example sentencesExamples - When we were kids way back when, it was politicians who were making the new world - Kennedy, Nixon and so on.
- We don't have to kill and eat animals to survive anymore like we did way back when.
- But this is one of the few animals in the world that did carry leprosy way back when.
- I am looking for a newspaper article that was published in the local paper in Fort Beaufort way back in 1964, probably around July 1964.
- We never left each other's sides for more than a day, way back when.
- ‘We're friends from way back,’ Bolt said.
- I can remember him from way back - and they don't come any smarter.
- Way back in the 1950s, gourmet and specialty food accounted for a tiny portion of American food purchases.
- Every now and then, I remember a band I liked way back when and rediscover them.
- I feel the room swaying, for the band's playing one of our old favorite songs from way back when.
1The journey of Jesus to the place of his crucifixion. Example sentencesExamples - All the pictures are of what Jesus sees as he walks the way of the Cross.
- In the 1500s, villages all over Europe started creating replicas of the way of the Cross, with small shrines commemorating the places along the route in Jerusalem.
2A set of images representing the Stations of the Cross. Example sentencesExamples - The pictures are often called ‘The Way of the Cross’.
3The suffering and self-sacrifice of a Christian. Example sentencesExamples - The main point is stressed repeatedly: to be a disciple of Jesus involves being prepared to go the way of Jesus, and that means the way of humility, rejection, and suffering - the way of the Cross.
- Henceforth I will follow the way of the Cross traced out for me by my Redeemer, and journey onward to my heavenly home, there to dwell forever and ever.
- The way of the Cross is the road which leads to Paradise; it is the sure way to holiness.
The typical pattern of behavior of a person or group. Example sentencesExamples - It was also a different lifestyle, and smoking and drinking is a way of life for a lot of players.
- Cultural tensions between city and rural ways of life have been simmering in Ireland in recent years, as they have in Britain.
- Instead of sending these people away from our homeland, it is these people who can help to enrich and educate us by giving us insights into other cultures and different ways of life.
- Philosophy will never quell the conflict between competing ways of life, but it can at least point the way towards values on which all rational people might agree.
- Colonization also destroyed environmentally benign ways of life that were integral to African culture.
- There are many advantages to this way of life, but I'll talk about my job in a minute.
- As usual, it is dressed up in hypocritical language about rural ways of life.
- He wanted to know about people in all professions, in all ways of life.
- They should evoke a deep and abiding sense of empathy with other times, other ways of life, other situations.
- He was a gifted conversationalist and had an extraordinary knowledge of Belfast, its history, politics and ways of life.
Synonyms culture, civilization, society, lifestyle lifestyle, way of living, manner of living, life, situation, position, state, station, condition, set of circumstances, fate, lot
The manner in which people typically behave or things typically happen (used to express one's resignation to it) all those millions are not going to create many jobs, but that's the way of the world Example sentencesExamples - It is simply the way of the world and we must accept it.
- ‘Such is the way of the world,’ she said casually.
- That has been the way of the world up until this age.
- It is the way of the world in the United States today.
- And, naturally, some of us end up as victims of cruel fate - it's the way of the world.
- It's always been the way of the world, and always will be.
- It's the way of the world so I shall have to live with it.
- In private, profit-oriented businesses, this is merely the way of the world.
- It is the way of the world that if you have got good female employees that you want to keep, then you have to be flexible.
- And yet, it is the way of the world and we each have to find a way to live with a modicum of decency and integrity within it.
Synonyms the way of the world, the world, the way things go, the way of it, the human condition, the times we live in, the usual state of affairs, the school of hard knocks
The methods and resources at someone's disposal for achieving something. the company is seeking ways and means of safeguarding jobs Example sentencesExamples - However, there are ways and means to beat the heat.
- In Scotland, a small country with a large number of resourceful writers, there have always been ways and means of getting noticed.
- There are of course ways and means to keep fuel costs down, most of which have been covered over and over before.
- And we had better begin to look at ways and means of reducing carbon emissions.
- There are ways and means of achieving your goal, several of them legal.
- But it should be recognised that there are ways and means of achieving these ends.
- There are ways and means to achieve this and over time I have become quite an expert!
- There are other ways and means of dealing with issues like this.
- There may be various causes for back pain, but there are ways and means to deal with it to lead a pain-free life.
- Here you will have an opportunity to discuss and suggest ways and means to avoid road accidents in Goa and other road-related problems.
- I hope to explore ways and means of strengthening the economic, defence and cultural ties between our two countries.
Discover a means of obtaining one's object. Example sentencesExamples - You have to find a way of working that makes it dead easy to take full advantage of your inspired moments.
- We should find a way to protect artists while permitting this sharing to survive.
- If the kids believe in it, I am sure the rest of the population can find a way to as well.
- The children must find a way to get rid of him before their parents get home.
- But think about it, if a kid wants to watch something, they will find a way to watch it.
- For years, people have struggled to find a way to remove the stigma of mental illness.
- He wanted to find a way to bring down the cost of motoring so that anyone could do it.
- If we do not find a way of resolving the sins of the past then we are doomed to repeat them.
- As I probably say far too often, they'd put a tax on breathing if they could find a way.
- One day I hope we may find a way but it will require work on my mother's behalf as well as mine.
Travel in the same direction as someone. wait for Owen, he's going your way Example sentencesExamples - Once you've registered you journey and submitted the information we'll search the database for possible matches and give you the details of other people going your way.
- She was going my way.
- At this point it is easy to decline the lift, if you don't like the look of the driver or if he/she isn't going your way.
- But if you do fancy some company on your commute, or at least are willing to risk some small talk first thing in the morning, then why not sign up and see if anyone is going your way next Monday?
informal Used to express pleasure, approval, or excitement. Example sentencesExamples - Way to go, Steve! We were proud to see you represent Wisconsin so well.
- Way to go, Andrew!
Origin Old English weg, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch weg and German Weg, from a base meaning ‘move, carry’. |