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byway

[bahy-way] / ˈbaɪˌweɪ /
















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Humboldt County officials have long debated what to do about Centerville Road, a narrow, twisting byway that leads to an eroding rural beach and a handful of homes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

The incident happened at about 20:40 BST on the byway heading to Whaddon Lane near the rugby club.

From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2023

The Skyway, a central north-south byway was closed, and lights were off inside the ornate City Hall building and local courthouses.

From New York Times ● Nov. 18, 2022

The Appalachian Trail cuts through Maryland for 40 miles, offering many opportunities for hikers who want to experience a portion of the storied byway.

From Washington Post ● Oct. 7, 2022

The road that led from Norwich to Hanover was once a leafy, gently sinuous two-lane affair—the sort of tranquil, alluring byway you would hope to find connecting two old New England towns a mile apart.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson


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