verb
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to walk about in a leisurely manner
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(intr) to wander from place to place
noun
Etymology
Origin of stroll
First recorded in 1595–1605; of uncertain origin
Example Sentences
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Draper looked sharp on his return and there was little sign of rust in what turned out to be a very gentle stroll past Durasovic.
From BBC
It inspired the designers of Central Park and drew hundreds of thousands of visitors each year to stroll and hold picnics.
He strolls down the hallway, where family photos decorate the wall.
From Literature
If time is tight, take the free narrated tram ride and stroll through the 25,000-square-foot open-air aviary, home to over 250 injured birds—including pelicans—that can’t be returned to the wild.
From Salon
When the song came to an end, the pop singer strolled right off the stage, leaving a stunned audience behind.
From Los Angeles Times
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