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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 pilgrims
While the Pompeii archaeological site draws millions of tourists each year, the sanctuary attracts Catholic pilgrims who are particularly devoted to praying the rosary.
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ABC News, 8 May 2026
The island itself has a rich history, starting a millennium ago with a monastery and a resting place for pilgrims.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 7 May 2026
About 500 pilgrims from France, China, Italy and elsewhere participated in the Lag B’Omer celebration on the island of Djerba, with the traditional Minara procession resuming for the first time since the attack.
—Khaled Nasraoui, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
For the male pilgrims, this translated to millions of square meters of cotton and polyester-blend fabrics.
—Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Some pilgrims spent weeks working on plantations.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
This is said to be the spiritual home for many Angolans, drawing over 2 million pilgrims every year.
—Paul Tilsley, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
Makkah is part of the Clock Tower complex, which includes seven hotels that cater to the millions of pilgrims who visit Mecca each year.
—Nathalie Nietzsche-Knappe, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
This part of the Indian Himalayas is especially important for pilgrims seeking spiritual retreats, most famously at the Kainchi Dham ashram, where Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg spent time.
—Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 8 May 2026
The island itself has a rich history, starting a millennium ago with a monastery and a resting place for pilgrims.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 7 May 2026
About 500 pilgrims from France, China, Italy and elsewhere participated in the Lag B’Omer celebration on the island of Djerba, with the traditional Minara procession resuming for the first time since the attack.
—Khaled Nasraoui, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
For the male pilgrims, this translated to millions of square meters of cotton and polyester-blend fabrics.
—Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Some pilgrims spent weeks working on plantations.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
This is said to be the spiritual home for many Angolans, drawing over 2 million pilgrims every year.
—Paul Tilsley, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
Makkah is part of the Clock Tower complex, which includes seven hotels that cater to the millions of pilgrims who visit Mecca each year.
—Nathalie Nietzsche-Knappe, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
This part of the Indian Himalayas is especially important for pilgrims seeking spiritual retreats, most famously at the Kainchi Dham ashram, where Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg spent time.
—Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pilgrims
Noun
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Those flights, on less attractive travel days midweek or Saturday, or a less popular time of day to travel, often had the cheapest seats available for travelers.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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Spa and Thermal Facilities to Look For The spa is where most travelers judge a property, and the cues are clear.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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On May 1, Friends of the Skyway released results of its first major survey of 679 residents, workers and visitors from across downtown.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
10 May 2026
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Besides, Spain receives about 11 million visitors each August; many Europeans will already be in Spain.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
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The country draws tourists to its administrative capital, La Paz, as well as to Lake Titicaca, which sits between Bolivia and Peru.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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Lynett said the point is public education in a tangible way, raising awareness for people who live in coastal Alaskan communities, as well as tourists flocking to see its glaciers.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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“Pilgrims.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pilgrims. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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