as in traveller
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 pilgrim
Foreign pilgrims may spend thousands of dollars trying to complete the Hajj so being unable to do so is a major setback.
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Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
And in this increasingly turbulent world, the number of pilgrims is on the rise—particularly the renowned European pilgrimages.
—Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Increasing Climate Danger For years, experts have warned that climate change in Saudi Arabia could cause Hajj pilgrims to encounter extreme heat levels in coming decades.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
Thousands of pilgrims go there to see the spot where, in 1917, three children saw the Virgin Mother.
—Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025
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Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
And in this increasingly turbulent world, the number of pilgrims is on the rise—particularly the renowned European pilgrimages.
—Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Increasing Climate Danger For years, experts have warned that climate change in Saudi Arabia could cause Hajj pilgrims to encounter extreme heat levels in coming decades.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
Thousands of pilgrims go there to see the spot where, in 1917, three children saw the Virgin Mother.
—Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pilgrim
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With a dramatic coastline, ancient ruins, low cost of living, and surprisingly generous visa policy, Albania is making waves—particularly among American travelers and digital nomads.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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While travelers usually consider factors such as affordability, lodging options or things to do, safety is also often top of mind.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
25 July 2025
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The wildfire along the canyon's more isolated North Rim, where most visitors don't venture, was burning quickly with no containment, fire officials said.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 July 2025
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Think about how often visitors land on a website, unsure of where to start.—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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“Pilgrim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pilgrim. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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