as in courier
one that carries a message or does an errand
the messenger comes by twice a day to pick up packages
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Recent Examples of messenger
Some political observers point to Mamdani’s strengths as a candidate and messenger as more critical to his success and a future playbook for other Democrats than his ideology.
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Jared Gans, The Hill, 26 June 2025
While growing up amid these divine gifts, the men said, they were taught a prophecy by their families: one day, a messenger would bring them a flag to signify that their village and Fiji were blessed by God.
—Pete McKenzie, Harpers Magazine, 18 June 2025
In this passionate Fire sign, the messenger planet speaks with confidence, courage and a dramatic flair.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 28 June 2025
Still, the messenger turned out to be the perfect plus-one for a dinner at Le Jardinier New York.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 June 2025
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Jared Gans, The Hill, 26 June 2025
While growing up amid these divine gifts, the men said, they were taught a prophecy by their families: one day, a messenger would bring them a flag to signify that their village and Fiji were blessed by God.
—Pete McKenzie, Harpers Magazine, 18 June 2025
In this passionate Fire sign, the messenger planet speaks with confidence, courage and a dramatic flair.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 28 June 2025
Still, the messenger turned out to be the perfect plus-one for a dinner at Le Jardinier New York.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for messenger
Noun
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The fentanyl was then smuggled by the Sinaloa cartel’s couriers, using vehicles and tunnels that went from Tijuana and other border locations into the U.S., according to the plea.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Last month, the courier’s other ongoing labor dispute was resolved when Canada Post’s second-largest postal workers union, the Canadian Postmasters and Assistants Association (CPAA), agreed to new terms.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Just as runners map their route to avoid unnecessary hills or dangerous intersections, project leaders must anticipate obstacles and plan alternative pathways.—
Sarah Edwards,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Distance runner Parker Valby was named SEC Female Athlete of the Year in 2024, a year after gymnast Trinity Thomas earned the honor.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 July 2025
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“Messenger.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/messenger. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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