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an act of traveling a short way to do or get something
He was sent out on an urgent errand.
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Recent Examples of errands
Whether you’re headed to errands, the office, an after-hours gathering, let your outfit be the least of your worries.
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India Roby, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2026
Drivers headed out on their morning commutes and those running errands are urged to use caution and watch for black ice.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
Their paths cross again when Cory accidentally hits Donny’s bicycle with his car and, as penance, agrees to drive him around town for a week to do errands.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 15 Mar. 2026
Part of the Jet Set collection, the bag is designed to transition seamlessly from errands to airport travel with its structured silhouette, adjustable shoulder strap, interior pockets, and zip-top closure.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2026
That frustration seems to be felt amongst many consumers who have to buy gas to get to work and run errands.
—Ashley Paul, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Messenger Mercury conjoins ambitious Mars in your 3rd House of Communication, boosting errands and sibling talks, as well as putting more focus on practical, timely conversations.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2026
This option is particularly casual with a relaxed fit that begs to be worn for traveling or running errands.
—Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 14 Mar. 2026
Ever the dedicated mother, Stacy runs to her adult daughter’s aid, fussing at her for not using a driver for her errands.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 13 Mar. 2026
India Roby, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2026
Drivers headed out on their morning commutes and those running errands are urged to use caution and watch for black ice.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
Their paths cross again when Cory accidentally hits Donny’s bicycle with his car and, as penance, agrees to drive him around town for a week to do errands.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 15 Mar. 2026
Part of the Jet Set collection, the bag is designed to transition seamlessly from errands to airport travel with its structured silhouette, adjustable shoulder strap, interior pockets, and zip-top closure.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2026
That frustration seems to be felt amongst many consumers who have to buy gas to get to work and run errands.
—Ashley Paul, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Messenger Mercury conjoins ambitious Mars in your 3rd House of Communication, boosting errands and sibling talks, as well as putting more focus on practical, timely conversations.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2026
This option is particularly casual with a relaxed fit that begs to be worn for traveling or running errands.
—Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 14 Mar. 2026
Ever the dedicated mother, Stacy runs to her adult daughter’s aid, fussing at her for not using a driver for her errands.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for errands
Noun
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What kind of traveler absolutely loves your trips?—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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Many astrotourists organize their trips around DarkSky International’s map of more than 250 certified stargazing-friendly destinations.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Outside,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Dubai, a major transit hub for international travel, briefly shut its airspace, the second disruption to flights in the city in as many days as the war showed no signs of abating.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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Or international runners can buy marathon packages that include a bib, hotel stay, and flights.—
Alex Mayyasi,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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But Magyar, a former Fidesz insider who has won over voters angered at a lack of growth, failing public services and a series of graft and child protection scandals, has built his brand with tours of town and village squares.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Mar. 2026
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Dallas City Council member Chad West, a key voice pushing for a review that could lead to relocating City Hall, defended the unannounced tours of potential relocation sites as key to evaluating the city’s options.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Remarkably, Wilderness Travel is one of just a handful of companies offering backcountry excursions here.—
The Editors,
Outside,
18 Mar. 2026
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Cabo Nature offers whale-watching excursions aboard a 26-foot boat with an all-woman crew, where sightings of humpback whales pair with views of El Arco.—
Latifah Al Hazza,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Errands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/errands. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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