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Recent Examples of Synonyms for backpackers
Noun
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In addition to being aerobically-gifted, ski mountaineers must stride with massive force, delivered in under a half second per step—a cadence comparable to that of many recreational runners.—
Matt Fuchs,
Scientific American,
18 Feb. 2026 -
Rubato’s Explorer rollneck is a throwback to an era before technical clothing, when mountaineers and Arctic pioneers had to rely on knitwear.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2026
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DeBattiste said the Summit Rescue Group receives applications from skilled and experienced hikers, skiers, and climbers, but there’s one thing that matters more.—
Jayme Moye,
Outside,
27 Feb. 2026
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There are a few signs guiding hikers along the trail.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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Thousands of runners and walkers laced up their shoes and made history this weekend during the 20th Running of the Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K in 2026.—
CBS News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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And walkers, stay on the right side of the trail so bikers can pass on the left!—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Backpackers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backpackers. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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