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as in instruction
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned we were given very specific directions for the first part of the exam
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something working under the close direction of the engineering supervisor
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as in compass
a guiding or motivating purpose or principle a life that seemed to lack any direction other than the mindless pursuit of empty pleasures
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as in trend
a prevailing or general movement or inclination some older people worry about the overall direction that political discourse has taken lately
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Recent Examples of direction At the direction of the Legislature, the state has been studying whether Medicaid billing would be an appropriate funding mechanism for the Vail Communities Clubhouses, an idea that’s been discussed for the past 10 years. —
Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 19 Apr. 2026 Fast forward to today, and the Maryland General Assembly has taken a meaningful step in the right direction. —Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 19 Apr. 2026 Republicans, meanwhile, are moving in the opposite direction and using the divide to sharpen political contrasts heading into the midterm elections. —Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 19 Apr. 2026 One of them in the rear seat pulled out a gun and shot in the victim's direction. —Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for direction
Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 19 Apr. 2026 Fast forward to today, and the Maryland General Assembly has taken a meaningful step in the right direction. —Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 19 Apr. 2026 Republicans, meanwhile, are moving in the opposite direction and using the divide to sharpen political contrasts heading into the midterm elections. —Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 19 Apr. 2026 One of them in the rear seat pulled out a gun and shot in the victim's direction. —Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for direction
Recent Examples of Synonyms for direction
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The team also gave Luna a series of initial instructions, including pre-launch priorities like hiring an employee to run the store’s day-to-day operations, deciding what the store should sell and ordering inventory.— David Ingram, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
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Instead, what the court addressed was a single jury instruction, charting several paths forward — including fixing that instruction and trying the case again.— Alex Crippen, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026
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Keogh said Hein is not solely to blame for the financial management problems but also said Groveland had outgrown his management style as the city gained over 10,000 residents during Hein’s tenure.— James Wilkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
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Fredericson says that exercise also supports weight management by affecting appetite, increasing calorie burn and helping preserve lean muscle mass, which is essential for maintaining a healthy metabolism.— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
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Alignment lasers and the ship’s gyro-compass ensured the rotors were plumb and correctly oriented.— Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
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The wind is coming to you from every corner of the compass.— Brian Truitt, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
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Lucky Step Ballet Fashion Sneakers These are a fun, budget-friendly take on the ballet sneaker trend that feels thoughtfully designed.— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
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Speaking on a recent analyst call, Dimon also pointed to some easing in underwriting standards across the market, noting that the trend extends beyond private credit.— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
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Much of his business relies on delivery orders, and the restaurant remains open seven days a week.— Kenny Choi, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
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Court documents indicate that Nancy had filed for a restraining order in both 1998 and 1999.— Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
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In partnership with local communities, the district has provided the following information on free food distribution centers and food programs, child supervision and student computer devices.— Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
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She was handed preliminary charges, including for failure to help a minor in danger, and released under judicial supervision.— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
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Or, in the case of my daughter’s device, where Savannah’s notoriously powerful tides are pushing it.— Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 17 Apr. 2026
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Volcanoes, like stars and tides and changing seasons, don’t give a damn.— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
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But that edict died with him, Vaez said.— Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026
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Like most of her peers, Agnes follows her country’s various repressive edicts directed toward young women.— Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
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“Direction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/direction. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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