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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

leeway

/liːˈweɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does leeway mean?

noun

The amount of freedom or flexibility that is available to someone or something, especially in a situation where there are constraints or limitations. The amount of space or room that a ship or boat has to maneuver in relation to the wind or currents.

Example

"The captain had to navigate the ship with careful consideration of the leeway in the strong currents."

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