errands

plural of errand

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of errands But first, OpenAI had to come up with a way to figure out whether ChatGPT is actually any good at errands like putting together a grocery cart and filling out online forms. — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026 Pisces February 19 – March 20 Sunday might have more than errands in store. — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026 The small tote is perfect for brunch with friends or running a few errands around town. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2026 At just 4 fluid ounces, the tiny bottle with a mighty formula is great for on-the-go errands and traveling, too. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2026 Plus, a hidden phone sleeve inside the kangaroo pocket keeps her essentials handy for errands and coffee runs. — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2026 Throw them on with a lounge set to run errands or for long travel days. — Instyle Editors, InStyle, 24 Oct. 2026 Track Star Made from a crinkly nylon, these lightweight pants are incredibly airy and easy to move in—built for whatever the day brings, from morning laps to running errands. — Kasey Busiel, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026 The low-profile design is not nearly as unwieldy as a traditional ruck, so women on-the-go can build muscle while running errands. — Eliza Thompson, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for errands
Noun
  • Rooms are spacious by Tokyo standards, service is warm and accommodating, and the calm, orderly atmosphere suits quieter family trips.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • On TikTok, subscribers post under #amctheatres, showing off their trips through the A-List priority line near the concession counter.
    — Sofia DiStefano, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • This separates the choice of a safe landing location from the positioning of operational infrastructure, potentially allowing more equipment to be delivered with fewer lunar flights.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026
  • But many of its test flights so far have ended in fiery explosions; its next test, Flight 15, is slated for mid-November.
    — Ramin Skibba, Scientific American, 4 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Nap in those lovely cabanas by the lake, or take day-long tours focused on culture and history.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The land trust could hold up to five tours annually, generally no more than one per month, unless the management plan sets stricter limits.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Here is a very small slice of his decades-long legacy, from raw electro-funk bombs to playful party techno to foggy dub excursions.
    — Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Her passion for marine life began during childhood trips to South Florida beaches, boating excursions with her father and visits to local aquariums.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

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“Errands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/errands. Accessed 10 Nov. 2026.

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