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as in key
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
hopefully, my college degree will be a gateway to a high-paying job
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2
as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
Denver is the gateway to the West
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Recent Examples of gateway
And having fewer infections would lessen the chance of the H5N1 bird flu virus evolving within a person to spread efficiently between people — the gateway to a bird flu pandemic.
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Amy Maxmen, CNN, 30 Jan. 2025
The event also included competitions at the novice and junior levels, as well as development camps that are the gateway for athletes to join the national team, which competes at the world and Olympic levels.
—Alice Park, TIME, 30 Jan. 2025
Distinguished by her analytical skills and dedication, Uche was accepted into the World Bank’s Young Professionals Program (YPP), a prestigious and highly competitive gateway into one of the world’s leading development institutions.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
The Port of Los Angeles didn’t quite hit a record with its 19.3 percent growth to 10.3 million containers, but 2024 is still the second biggest year for the gateway since the 10.68 million-TEU total throughput in 2021.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 28 Jan. 2025
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Amy Maxmen, CNN, 30 Jan. 2025
The event also included competitions at the novice and junior levels, as well as development camps that are the gateway for athletes to join the national team, which competes at the world and Olympic levels.
—Alice Park, TIME, 30 Jan. 2025
Distinguished by her analytical skills and dedication, Uche was accepted into the World Bank’s Young Professionals Program (YPP), a prestigious and highly competitive gateway into one of the world’s leading development institutions.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
The Port of Los Angeles didn’t quite hit a record with its 19.3 percent growth to 10.3 million containers, but 2024 is still the second biggest year for the gateway since the 10.68 million-TEU total throughput in 2021.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gateway
Noun
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Alex realized focusing on small, daily improvements was the key.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Ruiz, who had the assist on Fafa Picault’s goal in Panama last weekend, said the key is to be versatile and adapt to whatever spot coaches ask him to play.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
7 Feb. 2025
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But with less vegetation to burn, the areas can provide an access point for firefighters.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2025
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Hours later, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is led by Musk, deleted the CFPB’s X account and was granted access to the consumer watchdog’s systems, a person familiar with the matter told CNN.—
Matt Egan,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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The way Lawrence is framed in the doorway through a room gave me the idea to cut to the close-up as the doorway felt like someone’s point of view.—
Bill Desowitz,
IndieWire,
14 Feb. 2025
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Install a baby gate in your toddler’s bedroom doorway and at the top of any stairs.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
12 Feb. 2025
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How to get Paul Simon tour tickets Tickets go on sale Friday on Simon's official website paulsimon.com.—
Jay Stahl,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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Large resorts often command more than $200 for a same-day lift ticket, offering access to extensive terrain and high-speed chairlifts to maximize your run time.—
Elaine Glusac,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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Three suspects smashed the door into the business, which was open at the time, and ran to the jewelry department.—
Stephanie Lam,
The Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2025
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Check for the stove’s model number located in the storage drawer at the bottom of the appliance or inside the oven door.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2025
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Domed, neoclassical landmarks—the Lake County courthouse and City Hall—went up on either side of Broadway, forming a sort of city gate.—
Paige Williams,
The New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2025
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Hughes opened the gate, showing the shooter where the driveway was.—
Ellen Moynihan,
New York Daily News,
10 Feb. 2025
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The public quarrel between New Zealand and Cook Islands — which share a passport, a military and constitutional ties — was a victory for Beijing’s efforts to woo Pacific leaders and a blow to Western countries’ efforts to counter China’s sway, analysts said.—
Charlotte Graham-McLay,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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This passport holder not only provides security with RFID protection but also adds a stylish touch.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Feb. 2025
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South) on the casino floor near the lobby entrance.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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The universal round of applause when the late, great Richard Crenna made his entrance as Col. Samuel Trautman.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Gateway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gateway. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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