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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Ms. Andrade seems to have grown up in a fairly affluent environment—peacocks stroll about the family swimming pool, and her mother exposed her to sports and ballet from an early age.
Mirza Mohammad, 70, was equally determined to maintain his usual ritual of strolling to the park near his home in west Tehran and chatting with neighbors.
From Los Angeles Times
To avoid yet another night sitting in the darkness, she marked her birthday by strolling to the Paseo del Prado, an iconic boulevard not far from the waterfront cooled by a light sea breeze.
From Los Angeles Times
In the clip, the actor was seen strolling around in the local community, before discussing his favorite memories and features about the property.
From MarketWatch
Though it was years now since his illness, Father still walked unsteadily and I still went with him on his daily stroll through the downtown streets.
From Literature
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