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
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
As mentioned, lounges are often overcrowded, and taking up more than your fair share of space can frustrate fellow travelers.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 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
One of my fellow travelers had a shellfish allergy and it was noted without prompting at every meal.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Helen Branswell, STAT, 18 May 2026
As mentioned, lounges are often overcrowded, and taking up more than your fair share of space can frustrate fellow travelers.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 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
One of my fellow travelers had a shellfish allergy and it was noted without prompting at every meal.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fellow travelers
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While the emotional weight of a mother defending her child is undeniable, supporters of Save Girls’ Sports argue compassion for one athlete should not come at the expense of opportunities for other young women.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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In recent months, McCann and a team of supporters, including many public school teachers, have knocked on hundreds of doors, arguing that McCann is the candidate who most supports public education, including the state’s flagship public university, which is located in her district.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The president's Republican allies in Congress are fueling the immigration and deportation actions with billions of dollars in special funds.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 May 2026
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Lander is counting on backing of left-leaning allies like Indivisible and the Working Families Party, along with a grassroots army of volunteers.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
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“Fellow travelers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fellow%20travelers. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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