to walk
Third Person
walks
Present Participle
walking
Past Tense
walked
Past Participle
walked
1
to move forward at a regular speed by placing our feet in front of each other one by one
- After the accident, doctors were unsure if he'd ever walk again.
- After the heavy rain, it was challenging to walk on the muddy path.
- The baby just learned to walk and is taking a few steps at a time.
- We decided to walk along the beach and enjoy the sunset.
- The doctor advised her to walk more as part of her fitness routine.
Antonyms:
2
to accompany or guide someone somewhere as to ensure they get there without any problems or do not come to any harm
transitive
- She walked her elderly neighbor to the grocery store.
- He walks his little sister to the park every afternoon.
- The tour guide walked us through the historic district.
- The security guard walked the lost child to the information desk.
- She walked her friend to the train station before leaving.
3
(of a batter in baseball) to advance to first base by not swinging at four pitches that are outside the strike zone
- He walked during his first time at bat.
- The batter showed great discipline by walking instead of swinging at those pitches.
- He walked twice in that game, which helped his team get runners on base.
4
(of a pitcher in baseball) to give a batter first base by throwing four pitches outside the strike zone
transitive
- The pitcher walked three batters in a row.
- The pitcher walked the batter with four consecutive balls.
- He walked three batters in the last inning, loading the bases.
- The opposing pitcher struggled with control and walked two runners in a row.
- Walking the leadoff batter put the home team in a tough spot.
5
to collaborate or act in unity with others towards a common purpose or goal
- The two countries decided to walk together in economic partnership.
- They resolved their differences and chose to walk hand in hand towards a common goal.
- In times of crisis, it's important for nations to walk together to find solutions.
- The organizations pledged to walk in harmony, working towards shared objectives.
- They agreed to walk in unison to achieve their mutual aspirations.
6
to live or conduct oneself in a specified manner, often guided by certain principles or beliefs
- She always encouraged her children to walk with kindness and compassion.
- The wise teacher advised his students to walk in truth and integrity.
- In their community, it was a tradition to walk humbly with humility and grace.
7
to vanish or be removed, usually without permission
- Keep an eye on your belongings; they have a tendency to walk away when left unattended.
- Don't leave your phone unattended; it might walk if you're not careful.
- Valuables tend to walk in this neighborhood, so be cautious.
- The cookies I left on the kitchen counter walked when I wasn't looking.
- Keep an eye on your office supplies; pens have a habit of walking away.
8
(of a ghost) to become visible
- The spirits of the haunted mansion walked through the halls at midnight.
- In the old, abandoned house, the ghost began to walk, sending shivers down our spines.
- As the clock struck midnight, the apparition started to walk the darkened corridors.
- According to the legend, the ghost of the pirate captain would walk the beach in search of his buried treasure.
9
(of a batsman in cricket) to leave the field voluntarily, without waiting for the umpire's decision, when the batsman believes they are out
- The batsman felt a clear nick on the ball, so he decided to walk even before the umpire made a call.
- The batsman knew he had nicked the ball, so he walked off the field.
- She decided to walk after the LBW appeal, even though the umpire hadn't raised the finger.
- The honest batsman always walks when he knows he's been bowled out.
- Instead of waiting for the umpire's decision, he chose to walk when the ball hit his leg stump.
10
to move while taking something along with one
transitive
- He walked his suitcase alongside him as he made his way through the airport.
- They walked their luggage to the hotel.
- We walked our bikes to the repair shop.
11
to make something move in a manner that resembles the step-by-step motion of walking
transitive
- They walked the large table across the room, lifting one corner at a time.
- They carefully walked the heavy sofa to the other side of the room, inching it along.
- She walked the ladder across the room, lifting it one rung at a time.
- They walked the large mirror to the other side of the room.
- She walked her fingers through the sand, creating intricate patterns.
12
to escape legal consequences and avoid punishment for a crime, typically due to legal technicalities
- Despite the accusations, she walked away without charges because of a violation of her rights during the arrest.
- He walked due to a legal loophole.
- The suspect walked after the key witness refused to testify.
- He walked from the courtroom a free man, despite the overwhelming evidence against him.
- The defendant walked on a technicality, leaving many frustrated with the justice system.
13
to move using one's hands or a support like stilts while maintaining a walking-like motion
- The acrobat amazed the audience as he walked on his hands along the tightrope.
- The performer demonstrated his ability to walk on stilts, towering over the crowd.
- They marveled at how he could walk on his hands while juggling bowling pins.
14
to abruptly quit or exit a job, role, or commitment, often without warning or prior notice
- The actor was set to perform, but he walked right before the opening night.
- The athlete was on the team's roster, but he walked just before the championship game.
- She was committed to the project, but she walked because of creative differences with the team.
- He walked from his responsibilities as the family's primary caregiver.
- She walked when they needed her help the most.
15
(of a ship) to make forward progress or headway through the water
- Despite the rough seas, the sturdy vessel walked steadily towards its destination.
- As the winds picked up, the ship struggled to walk against the current.
- With its powerful engine, the cruise ship easily walked through the calm waters of the bay.
- The cargo ship had to reduce its speed to ensure a safe walk through the narrow channel.
16
to perform a dance, typically at a slow or measured pace
transitive
- They decided to walk a waltz for their first dance at the wedding.
- In the ballroom, they elegantly walked the foxtrot together.
- She gracefully walked a tango with her partner on the dance floor.
- The couple decided to walk a slow, romantic rumba for their anniversary celebration.