| 词汇 | by way of something |
| 释义 | Idiom by way of something Theme: TRAVEL passing through something; via something.He came home by way of Toledo.She went to the bank by way of the drugstore. by way of (something)1. Via a place, route, or mode of transportation. Patty is coming by way of train, and she's supposed to get here by 11. She doesn't have a direct flight—she's coming by way of Atlanta. 2. As a method or means of doing something. When Paul arrived 30 minutes late, he complained about the traffic by way of explanation. by way of something1 (of a journey) passing through a place: They’re going to Poland by way of France and Germany. 2 as a kind of something; as something: What are you thinking of doing by way of a vacation this year?The flowers are by way of a ‘thank-you’ for all her help. |
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