1
2
3
as in to traverse
to make one's way through, across, or over
it will take some effort to navigate that stretch of hills, but we can do it
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of navigate
For years, brokers have been the quarterbacks of employee benefits—navigating the complex playbook of insurance plans, renewal meetings and employer expectations.
—
Tim Pratte, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Talk to me about navigating that, the sort of settling into a groove there.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
As the name suggests, small claims court is designed to help people resolve minor disputes and features a simplified process that many individuals can navigate even without an attorney.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2025
The teen has an intellectual disability that affects his ability to read and had trouble navigating the phone system to call his mom, McCarthy said.
—Rachel Baye, NPR, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for navigate
Tim Pratte, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Talk to me about navigating that, the sort of settling into a groove there.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
As the name suggests, small claims court is designed to help people resolve minor disputes and features a simplified process that many individuals can navigate even without an attorney.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2025
The teen has an intellectual disability that affects his ability to read and had trouble navigating the phone system to call his mom, McCarthy said.
—Rachel Baye, NPR, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for navigate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for navigate
Verb
-
After seizing power in 2007, Hamas clamped down on Gaza’s gangs — sometimes with brute force and sometimes by steering perks their way.—
Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
-
The program has drawn scrutiny for years, seen by critics as ways for supervisors to solicit political support by steering millions in public money to recipients of their choosing with no public debate.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2025
Verb
-
Now, her legacy will sail into new waters — literally.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
6 June 2025
-
Both vessels are currently sailing in waters on either side of Mexico, with a Coast Guard Law Enforcement Detachment (LEDET) team on board.—
Greg Wehner , Liz Friden,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
-
In the sneak peek clip, an array of ocean animals traverse great distances in search of food, including travelling to seamounts — underwater mountains up to three miles high.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
5 June 2025
-
But, given the unlimited wonders accessible to the owner of a TARDIS that can traverse all of space and time, the Doctor's ongoing obsession with Earth and its people (particularly the UK) seems slightly incongruous.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
3 June 2025
Verb
-
The company started piloting its fiber business in 2021, starting in New York City.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
3 June 2025
-
Southern Correctional Institution in Troy will pilot another step-down program, likely beginning in July, according to Acree.—
Gavin Off,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2025
Verb
-
In the yachting world, the Cannes Film Festival means one thing: the start of the summer boating season.—
Katia Damborsky,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
-
For those who want the boat-life experience but don't require a private charter, there is the option of river boating or small-boat cruising.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
Verb
-
Her career crossed a certain threshold of seriousness.—
Charlie Tyson,
New Yorker,
4 June 2025
-
The war has driven about 13 million people from their homes, including over 4 million who crossed into neighboring countries.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
4 June 2025
Verb
-
But overshadowing much of his testimony will be the Pentagon's decision to send some 4,800 troops, including 700 Marines, to Los Angeles following several days of clashes between protesters and law enforcement there.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
10 June 2025
-
When Austin and Phoenix cleared the way for semiconductor expansion, billions in private investment followed.—
Ethan Karp,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
Verb
-
When New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza intentionally walked a pinch-hitting Freddie Freeman in front of him in a tie game in the eighth inning, there wasn’t much consternation.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
-
As the show airs, fans get to cast votes for their favorite couples, and one winning pair walks away with $100,000.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Navigate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/navigate. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share