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a person who travels to foreign lands
A wandering pilgrim, he made his way across Europe before eventually settling in Madrid.
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Recent Examples of pilgrim
The Trinetra Ganesh Temple inside the fort draws pilgrims throughout the year.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 June 2026
In Şanlıurfa, southeastern Turkey, sacred sites tied to the biblical figure of Abraham draw Jewish, Christian and Muslim pilgrims, while prehistoric ruins and vibrant food culture anchor a city where faith and history converge.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
For pilgrims, Hajj, performed over five days, can be a deeply moving spiritual experience and a chance to seek God’s forgiveness and the erasure of past sins.
—Baraa Anwer, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
In India, home to a large Muslim minority, pilgrimage planning has proceeded largely as normal, but high fuel prices have pushed up travel costs for pilgrims.
—Mariam Fam, Chicago Tribune, 25 May 2026
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 June 2026
In Şanlıurfa, southeastern Turkey, sacred sites tied to the biblical figure of Abraham draw Jewish, Christian and Muslim pilgrims, while prehistoric ruins and vibrant food culture anchor a city where faith and history converge.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
For pilgrims, Hajj, performed over five days, can be a deeply moving spiritual experience and a chance to seek God’s forgiveness and the erasure of past sins.
—Baraa Anwer, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
In India, home to a large Muslim minority, pilgrimage planning has proceeded largely as normal, but high fuel prices have pushed up travel costs for pilgrims.
—Mariam Fam, Chicago Tribune, 25 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pilgrim
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Plus, the waffle bar is sure to be a hit with tiny travelers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Hydrotherapy is the main draw and is especially helpful for active travelers or anyone managing chronic pain.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
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Organizers estimate 650,000 visitors will come to the metro area between June 11 and July 19.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2026
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Health officials said the risk of exposure could increase as summer travel ramps up and Los Angeles welcomes international visitors for FIFA World Cup events being held in the region.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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There is also a lighthouse that was constructed in 1885, three tourist cottages and one 20-bed tourist home, according to the Administration of UT of Lakshadweep.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
21 June 2026
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What is the Cayman that many tourists don’t get to see?—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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“Pilgrim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pilgrim. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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