1
as in to roam
to move about from place to place aimlessly
the girls happily cruised around the mall for hours
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2
as in to flow
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
she's been cruising through her daily physical therapy with remarkable ease
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Recent Examples of cruise
Nathan Diller, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
The cruise also includes a day on land in San Felipe de Puerto Plata, the ninth largest city in the Dominican Republic and the capital of the province of Puerto Plata.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 3 Apr. 2025
Issy Ronald, CNN, 22 Mar. 2025
Djokovic cruised through the first set in 27 minutes, was tested in the second, but prevailed.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 22 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The cruise line also recently began operating Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter, which previously sailed for the P&O Cruises Australia brand before it was folded into Carnival.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
The cruise also includes a day on land in San Felipe de Puerto Plata, the ninth largest city in the Dominican Republic and the capital of the province of Puerto Plata.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
Hamilton started the 19-lap race on pole, held off his longtime rival Max Verstappen on the opening corners, and then simply cruised away from the rest of the field to complete the win.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 22 Mar. 2025
Djokovic cruised through the first set in 27 minutes, was tested in the second, but prevailed.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cruise
Noun
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No further updates have been issued on the outbreak's progression or any ongoing risk to future voyages.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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But his seafaring profession also took him on extended voyages to Southeast Asia, a region that provided him with ample inspiration, and a setting that recurs in his works.—
H.M.A. Leow,
JSTOR Daily,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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According to the American Emu Association, the birds — which are native to Australia — are often considered livestock, and it's usually recommended that owners have at least one acre of land for the bird to roam.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Fewer crowds, more room to roam, and a slower, sweeter pace—this is Pismo Beach as it was meant to be experienced. Pismo Beach on a Tuesday?—
Cliff Lewis,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Cook until the edges are set, occasionally lifting the edges with a rubber spatula to allow liquid egg to flow underneath, 15 minutes.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Apr. 2025
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These are grown men with a never-die mindset flowing through their veins.—
The Athletic College Basketball Staff,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In the seventh, Fernando Tatis Jr. crushed a solo home run that sailed over the left field fence and onto the new two-story A’s club house, a 406-foot shot for a Padres 5-3 lead, and A’s ace Luis Severino dropped to 0-2 on the season despite an otherwise solid outing.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The boat sails off into the sunset, Timothy smiling out over the waves, and we’re deprived any meaningful fallout.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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On Monday night, a glittering crowd stepped out to celebrate the store’s opening, before heading over to Palazzo Serbelloni to wander through its halls and take in the homewares collection.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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Nestled along the sandy shores of Siloso Beach, the resort is adorned in tropical greenery, while peacocks wander freely across the gardens, hornbills perch in the frangipani trees and dinosaur-like monitor lizards sunbathe by breakfast tables.—
Nicole Trilivas,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The gathering crowd was particularly entranced with the weighty, sculptural zipper pulls, which seemed to glide so much better than your standard-issue hardware.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
30 Mar. 2025
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Shiffrin glided through the course at Sun Valley with a large crowd cheering her through every gate.—
Pat Graham,
Denver Post,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Aside from crime, the advisory spotlights the dangers around jet skiing and boating in the Bahamas, noting that the boating industry is not well regulated and some watercraft are not licensed, which has led to injury and death.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Apr. 2025
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Law said he’s seen the boating community respond to the cuts and the email Team River Runner received by offering to fill any gaps.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Spend an afternoon strolling around downtown’s Market Square and enjoying the ample greenspace at World’s Fair Park.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2025
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Bravo’s comments about Woodley come after the pair were first spotted strolling in Paris together last month.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Cruise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cruise. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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