glidepaths
/ˈɡlaɪdˌpæθs/
noun
- The path that an aircraft follows when it is coming in to land, especially as shown by electronic signals.
- The instrument landing system provides a precise glidepath to the runway.
- Air traffic control monitors the glidepath to ensure safe approaches.
- The pilot aligned the plane with the glidepath for a smooth landing.
- A planned course of action or strategy designed to achieve a goal smoothly and gradually.
- The company set a financial glidepath to reduce debt over five years.
- The government outlined a glidepath toward net-zero carbon emissions.
- Her career glidepath included several promotions and skill-building steps.
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