Phrase guide

down the way

prep_phrase · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Further along a southern direction or downhill route.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • They live just down the way.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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Meaning 2

Later; at indeterminate point in the future.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I plan to publish my novel somewhere down the way.

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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