as in pioneer
someone who is the first to do something or be somewhere
The deep-sea explorer set out to discover shipwrecks long lost to history.
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Recent Examples of explorer
The explorer will study Titan's potential habitability, seeking out signs of prebiotic chemistry as well as keeping a robotic eye out for any signs of life.
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Brett Tingley, Space.com, 14 May 2025
Feadship’s latest launch is an explorer yacht featuring a distinctive bow and paint scheme.
—Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
While tourists pound the pavement visiting the iconic landmarks aboveground, explorers can search beneath the streets of the Eternal City for a different perspective on ancient—and modern—Roman life.
—Ari Daniel, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2025
The film, shot in Brazil, dramatizes the real-life solo transatlantic row of Brazilian explorer Amyr Klink and stars Filipe Bragança, Felipe Camargo and Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025
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Brett Tingley, Space.com, 14 May 2025
Feadship’s latest launch is an explorer yacht featuring a distinctive bow and paint scheme.
—Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
While tourists pound the pavement visiting the iconic landmarks aboveground, explorers can search beneath the streets of the Eternal City for a different perspective on ancient—and modern—Roman life.
—Ari Daniel, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2025
The film, shot in Brazil, dramatizes the real-life solo transatlantic row of Brazilian explorer Amyr Klink and stars Filipe Bragança, Felipe Camargo and Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for explorer
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Consistent with his other boutiques, the space’s interior incorporates marble and terrazzo, paired with furnishings by celebrated artists like French Art Deco pioneer Jacques Adnet, American designer Edward Wormley and American woodworker and architect George Nakashima.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
30 May 2025
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The film explores transgender identity and legacy, chronicling the divergent paths of iconic pioneers April Ashley, Amanda Lear and others.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
30 May 2025
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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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Jeep Large Trunk Expandable Spinner, $349.99 For the adventurer Designed to mirror the adventurous spirit of the Jeep brand, this large trunk boasts an ultra-tough exterior, a spacious interior for overpackers and 360-degree wheels that make maneuvering through airports and campgrounds a breeze.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Along for the ride will be fellow adventurers Eric Philips of Australia, Jannicke Mikkelsen of Norway and Rabea Rogge of Germany.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 June 2025
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“Explorer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explorer. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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