as in nomadic
traveling from place to place
nomad caravans of Bedouins
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as in gypsy
a person who roams about without a fixed route or destination
after college she became quite the nomad, backpacking through Europe with no particular destination
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Recent Examples of nomad
Josh Dubow, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025
Inspired by the plight of the serfs and his experience among Siberian nomads and the watchmakers of Jura, Switzerland, among other influences, Kropotkin became a luminary of anarchist communism.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 4 Feb. 2025
The most successful nomads know how to motivate themselves.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
The candid expressions of both the nomad and the dog evoke a sense of warmth and connection, even in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Wentz has been a nomad since then, spending the 2021 season in Indianapolis, the 2022 season in Washington and then signing midway through 2023 as a backup for the Los Angeles Rams.
—Josh Dubow, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025
Inspired by the plight of the serfs and his experience among Siberian nomads and the watchmakers of Jura, Switzerland, among other influences, Kropotkin became a luminary of anarchist communism.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 4 Feb. 2025
The most successful nomads know how to motivate themselves.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
The candid expressions of both the nomad and the dog evoke a sense of warmth and connection, even in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nomad
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Making The Best Choice For Your Needs Despite these limitations, the Portuguese Golden Visa may still be appropriate for some Americans, such as those seeking a long-term nomadic lifestyle throughout Europe, where the minimal physical presence requirement is advantageous.—
Alex Recouso,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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The two spent six weeks making a film documentary of Inuit people living a nomadic lifestyle.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2025
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However, GetYourGuide is shifting the conversation by focusing on traveler engagement with experiences.—
Jeff Fromm,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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While traditional European dishes like pastas or paellas have beckoned foodies for years, travelers’ tastes are diversifying to account for their growing cultural curiosity.—
Acacia Gabriel,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Dickinson, Babygirl actor and a relative newcomer to A-list stardom, will debut his feature film Urchin, about a drifter (Frank Dillane) on the streets of London.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Based on Lee Child’s Jack Reacher novel series, the show stars Ritchson as the infamous ex-military police officer and drifter who uses his combat skills (and intimidating stature) to take down dangerous criminals.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Nomad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nomad. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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