as in supporters
someone associated with another to give assistance or moral support
he was not a member of the political group or even a fellow traveler
a cause being promoted by Greenpeace and its fellow travelers in the environmental movement
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Recent Examples of fellow travelers
Wandering markets, eating at food stalls, sitting among locals and fellow travelers at the restaurants that embody a city.
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Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Treating crew members and fellow travelers with patience and respect can help create a smoother experience for everyone.
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Joey Skladany,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
The virus incubation period is up to 21 days, and potential patients could expose fellow travelers in other global hubs.
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Helen Branswell,
STAT,
18 May 2026
This is date-night pastiche with a unifying communal playlist, and an omnisexual dip into a sensual ocean with nervous fellow travelers.
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Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
Van Dijk and her fellow travelers even brought their own swag to give out and said inaugurals feel like a bonding experience for everyone on the flight.
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Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
Most of all, Pessoa hopes within the vibrant, lively hotel, guests will be able to bond with themselves and their fellow travelers and find in a true sanctuary.
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Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
She was surrounded by people in suits, drawing the attention of fellow travelers.
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Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
The manifesto, which ran more than 1,000 words, apologized to family members, co-workers, fellow travelers and even strangers for the attack, the news service said.
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Don Sweeney
april 27,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Treating crew members and fellow travelers with patience and respect can help create a smoother experience for everyone.
—
Joey Skladany,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
The virus incubation period is up to 21 days, and potential patients could expose fellow travelers in other global hubs.
—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
18 May 2026
This is date-night pastiche with a unifying communal playlist, and an omnisexual dip into a sensual ocean with nervous fellow travelers.
—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
Van Dijk and her fellow travelers even brought their own swag to give out and said inaugurals feel like a bonding experience for everyone on the flight.
—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
Most of all, Pessoa hopes within the vibrant, lively hotel, guests will be able to bond with themselves and their fellow travelers and find in a true sanctuary.
—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
She was surrounded by people in suits, drawing the attention of fellow travelers.
—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
The manifesto, which ran more than 1,000 words, apologized to family members, co-workers, fellow travelers and even strangers for the attack, the news service said.
—
Don Sweeney
april 27,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fellow travelers
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The House passed a bipartisan package of children’s online safety bills in a 267-117 vote Monday, advancing legislation that supporters say would better protect children online but critics warn could threaten privacy and free expression.
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Meanwhile, singing anthems at England national team matches is nothing new for English supporters.
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That preparation should involve close coordination with allies across the Gulf, Europe, the broader Middle East, and East Asia, whose economies remain deeply dependent on uninterrupted access to Middle Eastern energy resources.
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Lithuania, which borders the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, has been one of Ukraine's staunchest allies during Russian President Vladimir Putin's more than four-year conflict with Kyiv, providing extensive military equipment and financial support.
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