wanderer
Example Sentences
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Why she’s looking for Walter is unclear, but as she and Lyssa chat, another wanderer enters, Judith, who exchanges barbed dialogue with Quincy—and then invites her to join the brunch.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
In his maqāma, Ibn al-Wardi personifies the plague as a mischievous wanderer who brings death to one region after another over a 15-year journey.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 11, 2025
When Slay was a young scholar, it wasn’t clear what sort of ending would be written for a wanderer with big dreams, who at times struggled to find his way in life.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 23, 2023
When a lost wanderer on a four-wheeler comes looking for directions, however, Beth flees with Helena on the vehicle to the police, leading to Jacob’s arrest.
From New York Times ● Nov. 2, 2023
So once again I am the desert wanderer, using Phobos to navigate and hoping I don't stray too far.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
