glide path

noun

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

Example Sentences

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

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

From Salon

Bass will be on the ballot again in 2026 — a reelection campaign that, before the fires, had looked like a glide path.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, even if Harris does enter the race, Republican political strategist Mike Murphy threw cold water on the idea that she would have an automatic glide path to the governor’s office.

From Los Angeles Times

A GOP takeover of the Senate would mean obstacles for Kamala Harris if she is elected president and a potential glide path for Donald Trump’s agenda if he wins.

From Los Angeles Times