Visualize 'by way of' as taking a specific route or method to accomplish your goal.

Think Routes

'By way of' often refers to non-physical paths, like methods or processes.

Not Physical

Sometimes 'by way of' is used more figuratively than literally.

'In the way of' often sets up an expectation about quantity or availability of something.

Used to subtly imply a lack or insufficiency of something.

When traveling, 'by way of' specifies the route or stops taken, not just the final destination.

'By way of' can imply a detour or scenic route rather than the most direct path.

'By way of' often hints at the traveler's purpose or what they wished to experience.