as in trips
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
Holme’s look transitions effortlessly from the office to lunch to weekend errands.
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Amanda Le, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
The North Face ThermoBall Traction Mules are water-resistant and ideal for a ski trip or everyday morning errands.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Maybe someone is heading to a shift near downtown, running errands along Loop 820, or carrying groceries up apartment stairs.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
These cozy pants are a comfy option for traveling, running errands, or channel surfing on your couch.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
In the United States, car ownership is often necessary for commuting to work, taking children to school, running errands, and more.
—Lyssanoel Frater, IndyStar, 17 Feb. 2026
The fabric drapes for a put-together look equally suitable for lounging on a couch, sitting on a plane, running errands, or having brunch with friends.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2026
This often leads to limited access to amenities and long car trips for basic errands that ultimately result in higher transportation emissions, especially in low-density neighborhoods.
—Bree Shirvell, Hartford Courant, 15 Feb. 2026
Mom, in contrast, are in charge of logistics like scheduling appointments and running errands, which can sometimes leave with less time or energy for play.
—Jana Pollack, Parents, 15 Feb. 2026
Amanda Le, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
The North Face ThermoBall Traction Mules are water-resistant and ideal for a ski trip or everyday morning errands.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Maybe someone is heading to a shift near downtown, running errands along Loop 820, or carrying groceries up apartment stairs.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
These cozy pants are a comfy option for traveling, running errands, or channel surfing on your couch.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
In the United States, car ownership is often necessary for commuting to work, taking children to school, running errands, and more.
—Lyssanoel Frater, IndyStar, 17 Feb. 2026
The fabric drapes for a put-together look equally suitable for lounging on a couch, sitting on a plane, running errands, or having brunch with friends.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2026
This often leads to limited access to amenities and long car trips for basic errands that ultimately result in higher transportation emissions, especially in low-density neighborhoods.
—Bree Shirvell, Hartford Courant, 15 Feb. 2026
Mom, in contrast, are in charge of logistics like scheduling appointments and running errands, which can sometimes leave with less time or energy for play.
—Jana Pollack, Parents, 15 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for errands
Noun
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The house retains its crown molding and tin ceilings, now layered with eclectic pieces sourced by the owners on vintage hunting trips to Palm Springs and Chicago.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Previous trips were canceled by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023.—
Brian Melley,
Fortune,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Prices of flights between Asia and Europe have shot up as a result of the closures, Reuters reports.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Qatar Airways said on Wednesday its flights will remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of the country's airspace.—
Lee Ying Shan,Anniek Bao,Victor Loh,
CNBC,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Jackson supported a mentoring program from her home state of Arkansas in which high school students participate in annual college tours.—
Francine Knowles,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Virtual and augmented reality tours — powered by AI — let buyers walk through homes from anywhere in the world.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Rocky Mountaineer even offers full vacation packages that include excursions and trip extensions.—
Jessica Poitevien,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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Enjoy Complimentary Shore Excursions Many luxury cruise lines include excursions in their pricing, whereas excursions cost extra on a mainstream option and their costs can add up.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Errands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/errands. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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