as in settler
a person who settles in a new region
the hardships that the pioneers endured while taming the wilderness
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as in first
coming before all others in time or order
the nation's pioneer institution for the education of African-Americans
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as in to establish
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
he single-handedly pioneered the university's institute for medical research
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Recent Examples of pioneer
Daniel Taylor, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
Founded more than 90 years ago by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss, the four-square-mile city of Opa-locka is home to many who need help.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
Jay Harris, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
The concept was pioneered in the 1990s at Fort Irwin, followed by a similar program at Edwards Air Force Base near Mojave.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Regis, a pioneer for black footballers, had become a family friend.
—Daniel Taylor, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
Founded more than 90 years ago by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss, the four-square-mile city of Opa-locka is home to many who need help.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
Adjective
In tandem with the modernist movement of the 20th century was the Danish concept of functionalism; a design philosophy of form follows function, which was introduced by pioneer Danish architects like Poul Henningsen and Vilhelm Lauritzen.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
Verb
Clifford helped to pioneer the sport and Brazilian training techniques in England.
—Jay Harris, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
The concept was pioneered in the 1990s at Fort Irwin, followed by a similar program at Edwards Air Force Base near Mojave.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
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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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He is set to become an unrestricted free agent for the first time.Daniel Popper, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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Since Trump’s first term, the hyper-exclusive Bath and Tennis Club next to Mar-a-Lago has been required by Secret Service to let Mar-a-Lago members use its parking lot — a hard pill for the historically restrictive blue-blood enclave to swallow.Beth Landman, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Jan. 2025
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Methods include establishing healthy lifestyle habits, opting for certain medical procedures, and implementing complementary methods that help improve blood flow in your legs.4 Testing/Screenings Spider veins are primarily diagnosed through a physical exam by a healthcare provider.Laura Schober, Health, 12 Jan. 2025
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Apply large doses of sage green on kitchen cabinetry or walls to establish a more peaceful atmosphere in the hub of your home.Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
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The Mi’kmaq taught the colonists their nutritional and medicinal know-how that essentially kept them alive.Melanie Stetson Freeman, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Nov. 2024
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Pumpkins were gifted to the colonists at the original Thanksgiving, so having pumpkins on the menu is symbolic of America's origins.Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 16 Nov. 2024
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Israel and Hamas have struck a deal for an initial cease-fire that will pause hostilities for six weeks and lead to the release of 33 hostages.The Editors, National Review, 17 Jan. 2025
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Early concepts deemed successful were built up and introduced to new audiences—revised from their initial offerings to meet the challenges of a wider swath of users or participants.Venkat Viswanathan, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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The new women’s 3-on-3 league — founded by Olympians Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier — is comprised of six total teams with six players each, with every member of the league being a stakeholder, SI reports.Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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It was founded in 1991 by billionaire Michael Milken.Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
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But rather than playing it safe, the foremost roast mistress delivered a masterful 10-minute monologue that was hilariously acerbic, pointed, and playful enough to keep the crowd on her good side.EW Staff, EW.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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The reigning Silver Slugger, who signed a five-year contract extension announced Wednesday, has also developed a reputation as the team’s foremost foodie.Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 9 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Marrone warned that more power shutoffs, initiated to limited potential fire starts from electrical equipment, will likely occur over the next few days.Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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Anticipating potential investor challenges, some corporate boards proactively initiated leadership transitions, strategically replacing executives before formal campaigns could be launched.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Pioneer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pioneer. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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