as in gypsy
a person who roams about without a fixed route or destination
the drifter just packed up and moved on to the next dead-end job
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Recent Examples of drifter
She is guided on her way by Boyce (Dave Bautista), a drifter who is one of few able to navigate the Lost Lands.
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Shania Russell, EW.com, 9 Mar. 2025
Charades Why Buyers Care: Dickinson shows a different side of himself, making his feature directorial debut with this story of a drifter trying to reintegrate into society.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 13 May 2025
Dillane is already getting some high marks for his authentic portrayal of a homeless drifter and addict from those who have seen it in rough cuts.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
From standout fashion trends like the Lands' End classic American flag drifter sweater to Victoria Beckham’s stylish plain white tee, these shirts, sweaters and skirts will look great with all your spring outfits.
—Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Shania Russell, EW.com, 9 Mar. 2025
Charades Why Buyers Care: Dickinson shows a different side of himself, making his feature directorial debut with this story of a drifter trying to reintegrate into society.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 13 May 2025
Dillane is already getting some high marks for his authentic portrayal of a homeless drifter and addict from those who have seen it in rough cuts.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
From standout fashion trends like the Lands' End classic American flag drifter sweater to Victoria Beckham’s stylish plain white tee, these shirts, sweaters and skirts will look great with all your spring outfits.
—Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drifter
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But for the connected nomad needing internet on the road or out in the backwoods, this power flexibility is a game-changer.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
21 May 2025
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Entrepreneurs are building huge businesses as nomads.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
Noun
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The same applies to travelers with mobility concerns.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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For light sleepers or travelers seeking a more tranquil setting, this property may not be the best fit.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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“Drifter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drifter. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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