as in settler
a person who settles in a new region
over time the colonists began to sense that they were becoming a people unto themselves
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Recent Examples of colonist
The colonists pleged to remain loyal to Bavaria and the German language and their traditons.
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Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 2 Dec. 2024
Olivier Loustau plays a Belgian colonist called Jean-Pierre.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 27 Nov. 2024
For many Americans, Thanksgiving is a reminder of how Indigenous people saved the first colonists from starvation at Plymouth Rock in 1621.
—Frank Vaisvilas, Journal Sentinel, 27 Nov. 2024
Several centuries ago, the tribes made a series of deals to help end violent conflicts with the colonists.
—Andrew Sharp, Outdoor Life, 27 Nov. 2024
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Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 2 Dec. 2024
Olivier Loustau plays a Belgian colonist called Jean-Pierre.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 27 Nov. 2024
For many Americans, Thanksgiving is a reminder of how Indigenous people saved the first colonists from starvation at Plymouth Rock in 1621.
—Frank Vaisvilas, Journal Sentinel, 27 Nov. 2024
Several centuries ago, the tribes made a series of deals to help end violent conflicts with the colonists.
—Andrew Sharp, Outdoor Life, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for colonist
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The influx of settlers and tourists displaced Native Hawaiians, limited their access to land, and diluted their cultural heritage, according to academics.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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Previous government attempts to attract more settlers have had little success — in large part because of a lack of job opportunities and the long distance from major cities.Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, those who embrace this change solidify their reputation as tomorrow’s pioneers.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
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As a pioneer in personal branding and expert in virtual communication, William Arruda empowers professionals to shine online.William Arruda, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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Photo : Compass The shingle-style colonial was built by Roger Ferris.Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 July 2024
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Africa’s curriculum is, in itself, a masterclass in disassembling the visual politics of beauty as a colonial construct.Akilah Sailers, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Colonist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colonist. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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