as in guide
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
the mayor served as the First Lady's escort for her tour of the city
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as in to accompany
to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship
a student from the college escorted my parents and me on our tour of the campus
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Recent Examples of escort
Kerri Corrado,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Inevitably, soon after my head hits the pillow, the baby will wake up, or someone will call because of a bad dream or needing an escort to the bathroom.
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Melissa Willets,
Parents,
18 June 2026
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
The immigration officer escorting him allowed the two to hug.
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Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
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The father of three exited AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center Thursday morning to applause from local officers and an escort from the honor guard.
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Kerri Corrado,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Inevitably, soon after my head hits the pillow, the baby will wake up, or someone will call because of a bad dream or needing an escort to the bathroom.
—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
18 June 2026
Verb
In what would become a familiar sight, a dour-looking Penn escorted Madonna — who mixed things up with an evening gown and a leather jacket — to the premiere of 1986's At Close Range.
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Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
The immigration officer escorting him allowed the two to hug.
—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for escort
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Welcome to Climate Point, your weekly guide to the latest news about climate, energy and the environment.
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While some details are still forthcoming, this guide explains how these accounts work, including details about who is eligible, what free money is available and how to maximize the long-term growth potential.
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The Munizes included the same statement in a new post that instead was accompanied by a photo of the family of three.
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The oversized Route 66 sign accompanying the treat is perfect for a selfie background, and the statue is located next to the Rich & Creamy Ice Cream Shop.
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Los Angeles acquired guard Darius Garland in a trade last season, and there are rumors that Kawhi Leonard is on the trade block.
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After the top four picks, the draft was considered wide open with a logjam of talented guards.
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The restaurant chain gets top marks for such fields as short-order cook and cafeteria attendant.
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Lots typically open three to four hours before the event, and attendants direct drivers to the next available spot.
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The companion app can then further the shame by generating reports that highlight your strengths and weaknesses, suggesting areas that might need some work.
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The volume is then entrusted to the Rat Queen and her companions, who battle the Rat Reaperess—death herself, a Grim Reaper in a rat head and showgirl bodysuit, who appears onstage each night armed with a scythe.
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“Escort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escort. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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