as in sailors
one who operates or navigates a seagoing vessel
ships and the intrepid seafarers who man them remain a vital part of the world economy
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Recent Examples of seafarers
The leather T-bar sandal, instantly recognizable by its slotted construction and either partially or fully enclosed toe, was a practical choice for seafarers thanks to its ability to quickly drain water.
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Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
One side is farmers, one side is seafarers.
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Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
21 June 2026
Caymanian men were some of the most skilled shipbuilders and seafarers in the Western Hemisphere.
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Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Many seafarers are eager to leave, even if there is nervousness about the safety in doing so, said Ben Bailey, director of programme for Mission to Seafarers, a charity that serves crewmembers aboard ships.
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Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
Shipping and seafarers' associations said Monday that political leaders had yet to give enough detail on the agreement to ensure safe transit for vessels through the strait, which is the only way in or out of the Gulf.
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Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
In May, two seafarers aboard a cargo vessel anchored in the Bay of Port-au-Prince were kidnapped after gunmen boarded their ship.
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Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
Sarbananda Sonowal, India’s minister of ports, shipping and waterways, said the three seafarers on the Settebello had been confirmed dead, with two bodies recovered so far.
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Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
Omani authorities urged caution for vessels and seafarers after the sighting of a floating object suspected to be a naval mine west of the Inshore Traffic Zone in the Strait of Hormuz within Omani territorial seas.
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Kate Sullivan,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
One side is farmers, one side is seafarers.
—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
21 June 2026
Caymanian men were some of the most skilled shipbuilders and seafarers in the Western Hemisphere.
—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Many seafarers are eager to leave, even if there is nervousness about the safety in doing so, said Ben Bailey, director of programme for Mission to Seafarers, a charity that serves crewmembers aboard ships.
—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
Shipping and seafarers' associations said Monday that political leaders had yet to give enough detail on the agreement to ensure safe transit for vessels through the strait, which is the only way in or out of the Gulf.
—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
In May, two seafarers aboard a cargo vessel anchored in the Bay of Port-au-Prince were kidnapped after gunmen boarded their ship.
—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
Sarbananda Sonowal, India’s minister of ports, shipping and waterways, said the three seafarers on the Settebello had been confirmed dead, with two bodies recovered so far.
—
Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
Omani authorities urged caution for vessels and seafarers after the sighting of a floating object suspected to be a naval mine west of the Inshore Traffic Zone in the Strait of Hormuz within Omani territorial seas.
—
Kate Sullivan,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seafarers
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The group of sailors trains several hours a day, sometimes practicing during off-hours, making sure their moves are perfect.
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Most recently, New Delhi protested against US strikes that killed three Indian sailors.
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Nearby mariners reported smoke rising from where the Fiorella was last seen.
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Dow also said the safest way to make it out of a channel is to follow the markers, which experienced mariners know to look for.
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The journey is meant to revive a sea route not used for 300 years, and one that in the past could’ve been considered nearly impossible –– given the lack of maps and the crude vessels early navigators of the Bashi Channel once used.
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The money will fund 12 community health workers, five nurse navigators and three social workers, Simpson said.
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“Seafarers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seafarers. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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