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glide path

British  

noun

  1. the approach path of an aircraft when landing, usually defined by a radar beam

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Fidelity recently updated its glide path to have higher equity exposure for both early-career investors and those already in retirement.

From MarketWatch Apr. 30, 2026

The insurer halted his glide path into the role after learning this fall that Lloyd’s council had reopened the probe of his conduct, people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 19, 2025

And when the sixth inning began, there were few signs the tide was about to turn; the surging Yankees seemingly on a glide path to their 17th win in their last 21 games.

From Los Angeles Times May 31, 2025

Notwithstanding praise for Bates’ “powerhouse of a performance,” the film seemed on a glide path to obscurity.

From Salon Mar. 23, 2025

Because barring an epic September collapse, the Dodgers now seem to be on a glide path to another National League West title.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2024

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