trodden

Example Sentences

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Wallace’s words suggested that he thinks a different path could have been trodden.

From Seattle Times

There’s a welcome break in play for both coaches while Raso is attended to after having her hand trodden on by Rolfo.

From The Guardian

The death of a loved one is trodden ground for a discretionary pick: Katie Zaferes, an American triathlete, is heading to Tokyo despite a string of disappointing finishes following her father’s death.

From Washington Post

“Avoid the paths already trodden,” has been his motto.

From New York Times

"There's a stampede and people get trodden on and hurt. This is the same."

From BBC