hitchhiker

as in hijacker
one who hitchhikes police have issued warnings about a serial killer who is believed to be preying upon hitchhikers

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Recent Examples of hitchhiker The string of killings began on May 7, 1972, when Kemper picked up two female hitchhikers, 19-year-old Fresno State students Mary Ann Pesce and Anita Luchessa. Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025 Vehicles, boats and campers should be checked for the hitchhiker and its egg masses before hitting the road or heading out on the water. Katie Nixon, The Tennessean, 25 Aug. 2025 After earning Corll’s trust, Henley, who was eager to make money fast, picked up a young hitchhiker. Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2025 Weeds are the hitchhikers of the plant world. Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2025

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“Hitchhiker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hitchhiker. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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