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Thresholds

Verb / ˈθreˌʃəʊldz / Another word for thresholds — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The strip of wood or metal forming the bottom of a doorway and crossed in entering a house or room.

Synonyms & similar words

brink doorstep verge threshold roomaccess limen doorway doorsill door entrance doorway doorstep crossing portal entryway gateway limen sill brink crossover doorsill door entry ingress passage thresholding vestibule access adit

Example sentences

  1. He stood on the threshold, hesitating to enter the room.
  2. She crossed the threshold into the unknown.
  3. The threshold creaked as he stepped over it.
  4. The cat sat on the threshold, watching the birds outside.
  5. He tripped on the threshold and fell inside.

Quotes

  • Opportunity doesn't knock at the door, instead, it stands silently by the threshold waiting for you to recognize it and step forward.
  • The beginning is the most important part of any work, especially in the case of a young and tender thing; for that is the time at which the character is being formed and the desired impression is more readily taken. - Plato
  • Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear. - George Addair

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