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Route

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Cultural Associations

The term 'scenic route' often implies taking a longer path to enjoy the view.

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Instead of the highway, let's take the scenic route through the countryside.
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Figurative Use

People sometimes use 'route' metaphorically for plans or methods to achieve something.

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Studying hard is a good route to success in exams.
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Variable Pronunciation

The word 'route' can be pronounced as 'root' or 'rowt' depending on the region.

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In the UK, 'route' is typically pronounced 'root'.
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