paved

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It paved the way for China’s entry into the World Trade Organization in 2001 and then for “permanent normal trade relations” with the U.S. in 2002.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

The findings provide scientists with a clearer picture of the world before the Cambrian explosion and may help researchers better understand the environmental conditions that paved the way for the rise of complex animal life.

From Science Daily • May 12, 2026

Since taking office, Trump has also paved over the Rose Garden lawn at the White House and plastered the Oval Office with gold decorations.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

The increased support for the Greens paved the way for the party gaining seats in different parts of England, including Manchester, Sheffield, Leeds, Oxford and Exeter.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

The paved road in front of us, lined with glittering ivory bricks on one side and edged with golden stones on the other, curved around ripe orchards stuffed with fruit trees I never knew existed.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia