tread

Example Sentences

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As for silver, Morrison said investors should tread carefully.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

It also bought a machine for grinding skis, which is like putting tread on tires.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Fennell’s eye for image-making is her greatest directorial strength; it’s what keeps her films afloat even when their screenplays struggle to tread water.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

The following year, a transitional team lost seven of 12 Tests as they continued to tread water in attack.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

‘I will tread the path with you, Gandalf!’ said Gimli.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien