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as in nomad
a person who roams about without a fixed route or destination
a rambler her whole life, my aunt is likely to send me a postcard from just about any corner of the world
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as in walker
a person who travels by foot for exercise or pleasure
a secluded sylvan spot just waiting to be discovered by the adventurous rambler
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Recent Examples of rambler
Designer Amanda Louise Campbell trims her South Carolina house with vintage finds and handmade ornaments
Designer Amanda Louise Campbell and her husband, Kevin, fell hard and fast for their 1967 brick rambler in Greenville, South Carolina.
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Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Amazon just dropped deals on Yeti ramblers, so if your current one is past its prime, now’s the ideal time to upgrade.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025
Gear up for summer with an insulated Yeti rambler to keep your drinks chilled on the go, along with a set of handy packing cubes to keep your clothes organized on vacation.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 July 2025
Within a few months, the family of four moved into a quaint rambler in Hopkins Park, a small village within the township.
—Karina Atkins, Chicago Tribune, 29 Dec. 2024
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Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Amazon just dropped deals on Yeti ramblers, so if your current one is past its prime, now’s the ideal time to upgrade.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025
Gear up for summer with an insulated Yeti rambler to keep your drinks chilled on the go, along with a set of handy packing cubes to keep your clothes organized on vacation.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 July 2025
Within a few months, the family of four moved into a quaint rambler in Hopkins Park, a small village within the township.
—Karina Atkins, Chicago Tribune, 29 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rambler
Noun
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America used to be a nation of nomads.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Wind Traders, for example, are nomads who live in the sky, and their culture and lifestyle are clearly represented in their clothes.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
3 Feb. 2026
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Last year was the race’s biggest turnout, with over 3,000 runners and walkers.—
Lori Riley,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026
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Nou cannot get around without a walker or wheelchair, and her family cares for her everyday needs.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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These ancient wanderers, like comet 3I/ATLAS, are cosmic time capsules.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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Spader plays Graham, an enigmatic wanderer who inserts himself into the lives of his old friend John (Peter Gallagher), his wife Ann (Andie MacDowell) and her sister Cynthia (San Giacomo), drawing out all manner of confessions and revelations.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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These fans had started queueing up hours earlier, the lines spilling across the street via a metal pedestrian bridge.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
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The vehicle hit the pedestrian in the 7600 block of West Dempster Street, according to Niles police.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
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The traveler confessed to extorting others to commit self-harm, the memo said.—
Curt Devine,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Rhode Island tops a new study based on real traveler reviews, beating out Texas, New York, and Washington for romantic charm.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2026
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In 2025, roughly three hikers died every single day in the range.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside,
13 Feb. 2026
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Tuesday’s rescue comes not long after a record 13 backcountry skiers, climbers and hikers died in the Italian mountains earlier this month.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
12 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Add in accessories like a matching leather clutch, boots, and wayfarer sunglasses to be styled to perfection.—
Ariel Bielsky,
InStyle,
1 Jan. 2026
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Our favorite budget sunnies for all outdoor activities, the Goodr OG is a wayfarer-style frame with lenses that cannot be beat for the price.—
Will Porter,
Outside,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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What could go wrong when married couple Timothy and Sloane try to help drifter Old Blindy (Tony Larkin)?—
Jim Farmer,
AJC.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The scene inspired future comedy gags showing drifters and tramps losing their pants to dogs chasing them.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Rambler.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rambler. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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