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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
Wear them on the trails with a moisture-wicking top, to run errands with a casual sweater, or out to dinner with a long-sleeve blouse.
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Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Normal mode is fine for commuting and running errands, but those seeking a bit more performance will want to select Sport mode.
—Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
In addition to being a travel essential, this long-sleeve shirt is ideal for outdoor activities like jogging, hiking, and running errands.
—Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
Fessceruna 3-Piece Loungewear Set Fessceruna’s three-piece loungewear set is perfect for cozying up at home on the couch, running quick errands, and enduring long travel days.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2025
Nearly two weeks later, they were pictured again running errands with their family dog and Abby's husband, Josh Bowling, as seen in photos first published by TMZ.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Just as Cowboy fans were coming home from work or running errands, they were greeted by a tweet from ESPN’s Adam Schefter announcing the Parsons trade.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2025
Daily trips, errands, and commutes are filled with unseen dangers, and many expecting mothers remain unaware that the simplest protective measure, the seatbelt, could pose risks if worn incorrectly.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Clark is still able to drive to run errands or go shopping.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2025
Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Normal mode is fine for commuting and running errands, but those seeking a bit more performance will want to select Sport mode.
—Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
In addition to being a travel essential, this long-sleeve shirt is ideal for outdoor activities like jogging, hiking, and running errands.
—Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
Fessceruna 3-Piece Loungewear Set Fessceruna’s three-piece loungewear set is perfect for cozying up at home on the couch, running quick errands, and enduring long travel days.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2025
Nearly two weeks later, they were pictured again running errands with their family dog and Abby's husband, Josh Bowling, as seen in photos first published by TMZ.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Just as Cowboy fans were coming home from work or running errands, they were greeted by a tweet from ESPN’s Adam Schefter announcing the Parsons trade.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2025
Daily trips, errands, and commutes are filled with unseen dangers, and many expecting mothers remain unaware that the simplest protective measure, the seatbelt, could pose risks if worn incorrectly.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Clark is still able to drive to run errands or go shopping.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for errands
Noun
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Attorney Michael Barasch has remained one of the program's fiercest advocates, lobbying in Washington and to lawmakers through dozens of trips to the nation's capital.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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Wilson built a remarkable football life with those nine straight winning seasons out of the gate, including eight with double-digit victories that earned trips to the playoffs.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The bundling of flights, transfers and accommodation opened up foreign travel to less well-off consumers who previously could only holiday at home.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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All flights from Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport scheduled for Tuesday were canceled.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Street food tours through Gwangjang Market echo scenes of communal joy found in the film’s lighter moments.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Zillow owns Follow Up Boss, one of the largest CRMs for real estate professionals, where AI is being used to lighten the load of human real estate agents juggling calls, notes, follow-ups, and property tours.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Daily excursions—led by expert naturalists—span snorkeling with sea lions, kayaking along lava cliffs, paddleboarding through mangroves and hikes through volcanic landscapes.—
Rachel Ingram,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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If taking excursions booked with a third party that is not the cruise line, check with the third party to make sure their times are correct and are strictly enforced to prohibit delays.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Errands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/errands. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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