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Alley

Noun: An alley is a narrow pathway between buildings, typically lined with walls or fences.

Sample Sentence: I enjoy taking a walk through the quaint alleys of the old town.

Noun: In bowling, an alley refers to the long, narrow lane down which the ball is rolled toward the pins.

Sample Sentence: He was disappointed with his performance on the bowling alley today.

Noun: In urban planning, an alley is a small service road or thoroughfare behind or between buildings.

Sample Sentence: The garbage truck driver parked the vehicle in the alley behind the restaurant.

Adjective: When describing something as an alley, it means it is narrow, confined, or hidden.

Sample Sentence: The kids discovered a secret alley entrance to the park.

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