as in wanderer
a person who roams about without a fixed route or destination
the couple retired, sold their house, and became carefree roamers in an RV
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Recent Examples of roamer
Animals that are kennel-trained will likely be pleased to be in their cozy confines and away from the bustle of vacuums, mops, and the like, but for those who are roamers, consider gating off an area for them.
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Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for roamer
Noun
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But your ability to see the ancient wanderer will depend entirely on your location — and equipment.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Spader plays Graham, an enigmatic wanderer who inserts himself into the lives of his old friend John (Peter Gallagher), his wife Ann (Andie MacDowell) and her sister Cynthia (San Giacomo), drawing out all manner of confessions and revelations.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Design devotees, creative professionals, and global nomads who value understatement over flash.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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One is a nomad, and one is an organized perfectionist.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Owned by Horoy Group, Conrad Shenzhen is poised to usher global travelers to the Chinese gateway city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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Because many travelers book trips months in advance, the biggest question now is whether the recent disruptions in western Mexico will stabilize before those peak weeks or whether airlines and cruise lines will continue adjusting schedules and itineraries as spring break demand ramps up.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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His path crosses many years later with the drifter’s child in a story of acceptance that Duvall considered one of his best films.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
17 Feb. 2026
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What could go wrong when married couple Timothy and Sloane try to help drifter Old Blindy (Tony Larkin)?—
Jim Farmer,
AJC.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Roamer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roamer. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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