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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
Not red carpet moments or full glam looks—I’m talking about the outfits the stars wear while running errands, grabbing coffee, or walking through an airport.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026
Doing errands or visiting a local park could have a similar effect.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
Considering it’s made from a spandex blend, the soft and stretchy style will keep you comfortable for long flights, everyday errands, and everything else on your agenda.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
The flat shoes have light padding that reviewers found supportive for running errands, and standing for long stretches of time.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Wear them to the gym, on walks, while running errands, or just lounging around the house.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
In Nashville, Tennessee, a small nonprofit mobilized volunteers to check on elderly and homebound neighbors, salt icy driveways, and run emergency errands.
—Cat Ward, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Bessette-Kennedy favored practical shoes for moving through her neighborhood (walking the dog, running errands), reserving heels for galas and other more formal occasions.
—Julia Rabinowitsch, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
But Cramer said that is a fool’s errands as the market seemingly changes its tune each quarter.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2026
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026
Doing errands or visiting a local park could have a similar effect.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
Considering it’s made from a spandex blend, the soft and stretchy style will keep you comfortable for long flights, everyday errands, and everything else on your agenda.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
The flat shoes have light padding that reviewers found supportive for running errands, and standing for long stretches of time.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Wear them to the gym, on walks, while running errands, or just lounging around the house.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
In Nashville, Tennessee, a small nonprofit mobilized volunteers to check on elderly and homebound neighbors, salt icy driveways, and run emergency errands.
—Cat Ward, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Bessette-Kennedy favored practical shoes for moving through her neighborhood (walking the dog, running errands), reserving heels for galas and other more formal occasions.
—Julia Rabinowitsch, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
But Cramer said that is a fool’s errands as the market seemingly changes its tune each quarter.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for errands
Noun
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The on-stage ceremony was visually inspired by a plaza in San Juan, Puerto Rico, that is known for weddings, which Himede visited during one of their many trips to the island in preparation for the show.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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While Mars and Earth align once every 26 months to allow for interplanetary travel, trips to the moon could take place every 10 days, Musk claimed.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
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El Paso International Airport, which issued a notice late Tuesday, said all commercial, cargo and general aviation flights would be grounded until February 20.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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With new Safari Air Africa flights leaving three times a week from Beira to Gorongosa, and twice-weekly flights from Beira to Vilanculos, bush and beach destinations can be accessed by air.—
Lisa Grainger,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Summertime night tours have recently been introduced, which aim to help visitors imagine how the city once felt after sunset.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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The Met audio guide includes more than 3,000 audio and video messages, including kid-specific tours.—
Katie James Watkinson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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For those who prefer not to paddle, operators such as Caicos Dream Tours provides boat excursions to the island.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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Throughout the year, a roster of lively events and social programs brings out members of the community for golf tournaments, tennis clinics, summer concerts, wine tastings, excursions, and more.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Errands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/errands. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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