Pronunciation: /dəˈrɛkʃən/
noun the course or path that someone or something follows
A1 Please give me directions to the nearest bus stop.
A2 The map provides clear directions on how to get to the museum.
B1 She followed the directions on the recipe to bake a cake.
B2 The teacher's directions were easy to follow during the science experiment.
C1 The CEO provided strategic direction for the company's future growth.
C2 The director gave precise directions to the actors during rehearsals.
adjective providing guidance or supervision
A1 I followed the direction signs to find my way to the bathroom.
A2 The teacher gave clear directions on how to solve the math problem.
B1 She provided me with step-by-step directions on how to get to her house.
B2 The recipe was easy to follow with clear directions for each step.
C1 The director gave precise directions to the actors for the upcoming scene.
C2 The architect provided detailed directions on how to assemble the furniture correctly.
adverb in a particular way or towards a particular place
A1 Please walk in that direction.
A2 She looked in the direction of the noise.
B1 Turn left at the next intersection for the right direction.
B2 The compass pointed in the direction of the north.
C1 The company is moving in a new direction with their marketing strategy.
C2 The professor provided guidance on the direction in which the research should proceed.
formal Please provide clear direction on how to complete the project.
informal Can you tell me which direction I should go in to find the nearest coffee shop?
slang I have no idea which direction to head in for the party tonight.
figurative She is a strong leader who always knows the right direction to take in difficult situations.
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