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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

In a series of 2016 emails included in the Justice Department documents, Epstein appeared to arrange for Axel to help smooth the path to Columbia for Alice de Rothschild, a scion of the banking family.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

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

To smooth the path of new development catering to visitors, the Port of Los Angeles is investing about $1 billion in infrastructure improvements over 10 years, Seroka said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2024

“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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