By way of something

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preposition

To go or do something via a particular route or method.

I traveled to Rome by way of Paris.
Visual representation of "by way of something" - To go or do something via a particular route or method.

Often appears as...

  • travel by way of
  • send by way of
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Route Choice

Indicates a specific path taken among several possible options.

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We reached the campground by way of the scenic mountain trail.
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Method Choice

Implies a deliberate decision to employ a particular method or approach.

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She secured the job by way of persistent networking.
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Journey Stages

Can express intermediate stages of a journey, including layovers or connections.

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Our flight to Tokyo included a layover by way of Dubai.
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