as in traveller
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
Some pilgrims, unlike me, mark the final kilometers of their journey by advancing to the shrine through the streets on their knees.
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Caitlin Cipolla-McCulloch, The Conversation, 29 May 2025
The block where the pope grew up A flood of pilgrims and other curious visitors began arriving at the little brick house where Pope Leo grew up within hours of the announcement of his election.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 19 May 2025
Religious robes, traditional costumes, and more otherwise anachronistic garments brought the history and unity of Western Civilization to life through songs and processions.
Performers and pilgrims from around the globe represented their nations in welcoming Leo XIV.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2025
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in northwest suburban Des Plaines draws thousands of pilgrims for La Virgen’s feast day every December.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2025
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Caitlin Cipolla-McCulloch, The Conversation, 29 May 2025
The block where the pope grew up A flood of pilgrims and other curious visitors began arriving at the little brick house where Pope Leo grew up within hours of the announcement of his election.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 19 May 2025
Religious robes, traditional costumes, and more otherwise anachronistic garments brought the history and unity of Western Civilization to life through songs and processions.
Performers and pilgrims from around the globe represented their nations in welcoming Leo XIV.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2025
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in northwest suburban Des Plaines draws thousands of pilgrims for La Virgen’s feast day every December.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pilgrim
Noun
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Why more companies are charging travelers Are more tourists breaking the law on vacation?—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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Though Starlink may be off the table for many domestic fliers, at least in the short term, United has introduced new ways for travelers to distract themselves in recent weeks.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
7 June 2025
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This approach enhances your chances of converting visitors into customers.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The latest Trump order targeting visitors from 12 countries includes exemptions for certain athletes, including those traveling to the United States for major sporting events, and Wasserman was not worried about visa issues affecting the Games.—
Thuc Nhi Nguyen,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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“Pilgrim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pilgrim. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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