as in guide
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
the mayor served as the First Lady's escort for her tour of the city
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as in to accompany
to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship
a student from the college escorted my parents and me on our tour of the campus
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Recent Examples of escort
Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
In his announcement, Hegseth did not mention whether the escort program would continue or say whether Microsoft’s reliance on other foreign nationals to maintain the Defense Department’s computer systems would also be reviewed.
—Renee Dudley, ProPublica, 29 Aug. 2025
Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Sotoodeh and Soroudi were charged with misdemeanor trespassing; they, and other anti-Lochte demonstrators, were escorted from the event.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 3 Sep. 2025
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Noun
On the way to the court, a USTA player escort leads the way, followed by the two players and security.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
In his announcement, Hegseth did not mention whether the escort program would continue or say whether Microsoft’s reliance on other foreign nationals to maintain the Defense Department’s computer systems would also be reviewed.
—Renee Dudley, ProPublica, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
Turner then was seen going into the same restroom and, moments later, escorting Mitchell out.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Sotoodeh and Soroudi were charged with misdemeanor trespassing; they, and other anti-Lochte demonstrators, were escorted from the event.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for escort
Noun
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This guide will give you the full scoop on when and how often to test soil, and provide soil testing tips for home and lab-based testing.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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In The Charlotte Observer’s voter guide for the election, read about Mayor Vi Lyles, the most competitive council races and questionnaires from all candidates on the ballot.—
Josh Bergeron,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The economy has so far largely avoided the type of widespread job losses that often accompany a recession.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
4 Sep. 2025
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Truwitt was accompanied by her best friend, fellow former Yale swimmer Sophie Pilkinton, who had her own big win to celebrate after finishing medical school.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Dermish launched businesses to support the industry, offering everything from guards for drill sites to housing for oil field workers.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
4 Sep. 2025
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Bronny, the son of LeBron James, joined his father on the Los Angeles Lakers when the NBA team selected the freshman guard from the University of Southern California as the 55th overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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These cabanas fit up to 12 guests and come with shaded seating, towels, a personal safe, and a dedicated attendant to keep the food and drinks flowing.—
Martie Bowser,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Along with Jay comes an entourage of attendants, among them his manager, Ron Sukenick (Adam Sandler); his publicist, Liz (Laura Dern); and his hair and makeup person, Phoebe (Emily Mortimer, who co-wrote the script with Baumbach).—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
28 Aug. 2025
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Team-mates Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Jean-Clair Todibo and Mohammed Kudus, who joined rivals Tottenham Hotspur for £55m, were close companions during Summerville’s rehab.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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The outdoor competition, which is organized by World Athletics, is often seen as a companion event to the Olympics, bringing together the very best track and field athletes in the world.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Escort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escort. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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