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smooth the path

VERB

break the ice

Synonyms

WEAK

be friendly and talkative break ground cut the first turf get one's feet wet lay the first stone lead off lead the way make a start oil the works open the way pave the way set at ease socialize start start the ball rolling take the plunge

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The probe was eventually dropped to smooth the path towards Powell's successor being confirmed by the Senate.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Pappas formed a partnership with one of Colgate’s top executives, lawyer Nadine Flynn, to smooth the path for rolling out AI software to employees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Offering a civic-minded channel devoted to displaying democracy in action helped smooth the path for the pay TV industry’s expansion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2025

McCullum's mere presence will boost the players and smooth the path for Buttler to concentrate on what he does best: read the game and score runs.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2025

“Does he love you back? Perhaps a word from me will help smooth the path of true love.”

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein

smooth the path

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