Shuttlecock paths (4)

I believe the answer is:

arcs

(Other definitions for arcs that I've seen before include "Parts of a circle" , "Streaks of electrical discharges" , "Cars (anag)" , "Portions of a circle" , "Bows" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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