ESCAPERS Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

escapers

noun

plural of escaper

as in refugees

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When refugees from Syria and Rohingya started coming to the United States, Ibrahim said UMMA started coat drives, food boxes for refugees, and offered rental assistance to those who needed a place to live.

— Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
The number of refugees admitted to the United States during the first 10 months of the fiscal year is on pace to hit its lowest level on record, according to a new analysis.

— Shalina Chatlani, Baltimore Sun, 18 Aug. 2026

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The decision could have broad implications for descendants of Italian emigrants, particularly in North and South America, where large Italian diaspora communities have ancestral ties to Italy.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
González has witnessed the ties between Mexico and its emigrants abroad evolve over four decades, starting as a young consular officer in the administration of Mexican President Carlos Salinas de Gortari.

— Alfredo Corchado, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

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Taylor splashed a wide-open triple from the top of the arc with 30 seconds to go to give tie the game, and then broke the visitors hearts to improve the Sky’s record to 14-22.

— Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026
That said, there have been visitors in wheelchairs who are helped by the attentive staff.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of visitors

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Kiosks and stores keep outdoor stands piled high as more tourists seek relief from the midday heat.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
With tourists starting to be deterred by the frequent heatwaves and soaring prices in the Mediterranean, Lithuania has been growing in popularity as a beach-holiday destination.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 23 Aug. 2026

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