Wend

usgb/wend/
verb

To proceed or go on a journey.

She will wend her way home after work.
Visual representation of "wend" - to proceed or go on a journey

Often appears as...

  • wend one's way
  • wend through

Usage tips

Formal

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Visual representation of "wend"
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Historical Flavor

Using 'wend' often evokes an older or more poetic style reminiscent of past eras of English.

Illustration for Historical Flavor
The knights would wend along the old forest path.
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Leisurely Progress

'Wend' implies a slower, leisurely pace rather than rushing through.

Illustration for Leisurely Progress
They wended their way through the markets, taking in the sights.
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Journey Focus

Use 'wend' to emphasize the act of traveling itself, not the destination.

Illustration for Journey Focus
We will wend through the countryside, with no particular end.
Visual representation of the word "Wend"

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