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glided

Pronunciation: [ɡlaɪdɪd]

Word

Context: "movement"

(verb) to move smoothly and easily through the air or on a surface without much effort. Imagine when a bird flies or a slide at the playground; both can glide nicely.

Example

The swan glided gracefully across the lake.

Example

The heavy stone did not glide smoothly on the water.

Example

Did you see how the kite glided through the sky?

Context: "transition"

(verb) to change from one state or situation to another smoothly and without difficulty. This can be like going from one song to another at a dance party without stopping the music.

Example

She glided into her new job effortlessly.

Example

He did not glide into his new role; it was quite challenging for him.

Example

How did you glide from being a student to starting a job?

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