passenger

noun

Definition of passengernext
as in traveler

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Recent Examples of passenger Chris Baumann, the SEIU Workers United South Region director, said improving conditions is a crucial part of improving passenger safety and reducing employee turnover. — Dj Simmons july 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026 In an effort to help support the growth of dedicated cargo airports, the GAC will promote the separate opening of passenger and freight transport operations across hubs. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 27 July 2026 The 3,260-passenger vessel spends its seasons cruising the Caribbean and Europe. — Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026 Mechanically, the Deadwood is closely related to the Heritage Classic but without the saddlebags, passenger seat, passenger pegs and touring emphasis. — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for passenger
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  1. traveler
  2. sightseer
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  • Critics say the bonds impose a harsh financial burden on travelers.
    — Adrian Elimian, semafor.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • For travelers planning a trip to Maui, here are highlights of what’s new at this paradise in the Pacific.
    — David Dickstein, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of traveler
Noun
  • By the 1980s, just a few years after the National Geographic story came out, the monarchs were already drawing streams of intrepid sightseers from abroad, despite almost no tourism infrastructure.
    — Vann R. Newkirk II, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026
  • The coverage of the latest chapter in the Reflecting Pool’s story has attracted news reporters and sightseers putting their hands in the murky waters.
    — Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 June 2026
Definition of sightseer

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