wander
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When errant, injured, or wildfire-hurt bears or mountain lions wander into Tahoe communities, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife rescues the animals and determines if they can be released back into the wild.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
"She could just wander down the street and bump into one of them."
From BBC • May 27, 2026
If, say, a housing development plops down where you live, you are forced to wander.
From Slate • May 27, 2026
Visitors can also rent a bicycle and enjoy 15 miles of paths, saddle up for a trail ride or wander through the Sea Pines Forest Preserve.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
“Here are a few dimes. If the circumstances were different, I wouldn’t allow a girl your age to wander off,” she said, sizing me up with a long stare.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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