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Pave the way

//ˈpeɪv ðə ˈweɪ// verb

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  1. 1
    To make future progress or development easier. idiomatic

    "Germany's development of rocket weapons paved the way for human controlled spaceflight."

Etymology

From the idea that once a paved path has been laid, travel on the route is easier and smoother for others.

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