2
: a line of communication over interconnecting neurons extending from one organ or center to another
also
: a network of interconnecting neurons along which a nerve impulse travels
3
: the sequence of usually enzyme-catalyzed reactions by which one substance is converted into another
metabolic pathways
Examples of pathway in a Sentence
We walked along a winding pathway.
we parked our car near a rambling pathway that led down to the pond
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The deals also married with Brighton’s global recruitment model of attracting young players via a clear and potentially speedy pathway into the first team, with an expectation of not standing in the way of further career progression at the right price and in the right circumstances.
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Over the past two decades, further studies have only reinforced the link between loneliness and inflammatory pathways.
—Kim Samuel, Scientific American, 16 May 2025
The approach includes baking into curricula a keen focus on the job market, including activities like exploring various careers and career pathway options with students, while also providing career coaching.
—Jim Cowen, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
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Andy Naylor, New York Times, 17 May 2025
The post included photos of the actress stepping into a turquoise ocean and looking off into the sunset, as well as glimpses of Theroux, first walking down a garden pathway at dusk and then spending time in a hot tub.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 16 May 2025
Over the past two decades, further studies have only reinforced the link between loneliness and inflammatory pathways.
—Kim Samuel, Scientific American, 16 May 2025
The approach includes baking into curricula a keen focus on the job market, including activities like exploring various careers and career pathway options with students, while also providing career coaching.
—Jim Cowen, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
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“Pathway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pathway. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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pathway
noun
path·way
ˈpath-ˌwā, ˈpȧth- 
1
: a line of communication over interconnecting neurons extending from one organ or center to another
also
: a network of interconnecting neurons along which a nerve impulse travels
2
: the sequence of usually enzyme-catalyzed reactions by which one substance is converted into another
metabolic pathways
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