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noun

Definition of amble

as in stroll

a relaxed journey on foot for exercise or pleasure we had a lovely amble about the quaint village before continuing our drive

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verb

ˈam-bəl

as in to stroll

to travel by foot for exercise or pleasure the couple enjoys ambling along the many footpaths that meander through the park

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Settling the score, meanwhile, is Randy Newman, whose fourth Pixar collaboration ambles along agreeably, accompanied by drivin’ tunes performed by Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow and Brad Paisley that are perfect for coasting along those alternate routes. — Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026 My favorite booth appears towards the end of my amble. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 1 May 2026

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Bear #132’s cub managed to survive and was reunited with its family after several days ambling alone. — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 22 Sep. 2026 Seth Wenig On a recent weekday morning, a steady stream of visitors ambled into the first floor gallery. — CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for amble

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For a longer stroll, cross the Brooklyn Bridge for views of the Lower Manhattan skyline, the Freedom Tower, and the Empire State Building.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Pick wild apples—or go to the farmer’s market For city dwellers, Przystup recommends going to the flower market or the farmer’s market, or a classic stroll through Central Park.

— Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of stroll

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Open every day and complimentary for all guests, children four and older are fully supervised on indoor and outdoor adventures, from a climbing wall and children’s cinema to village walks and ski lessons.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Oct. 2026
There is a small water basin symbolizing the source of life, and a continuous path that echoes monastic walks of contemplation.

— Michael James Gardner, Architectural Digest, 26 Oct. 2026

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