errands

Example Sentences

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It’s a dreaded task when I’m already caught up running other errands — or simply procrastinating.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Soon after, Iwamasa left to run errands for Perry.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

In a recent interview, the humor writer said he wears the garment onstage during his speaking tours and even while running errands, including a trip to the local UPS.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

“You have errands to run, things to do.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

“I’d rather you stayed home, too. But I have errands to run, and I’m not taking a chance on you gallivanting off again.”

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson