Trudged is the past tense of tread in the sense of walking slowly with heavy steps, typically due to weariness or difficult terrain. It conveys a noisier, laborious action than ordinary walking, often implying persistence or struggle. Usage centers on physical motion rather than metaphorical hurry, and the verb commonly appears with adverbs like slowly or wearily. Its nuance hinges on weight and effort in each step.
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