fishing expedition
noun
1
: a legal interrogation or examination to discover information for a later proceeding
2
: an investigation that does not stick to a stated objective but hopes to uncover incriminating or newsworthy evidence
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To top it off, the Snake River and other private creeks on the property allow for exclusive fishing expeditions.
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 June 2025
The marina is easily accessible for boating, fishing expeditions, and leisurely excursions.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Travelers can take excursions that include island buggy tours and kayak fishing expeditions.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 26 May 2025
Little River is around 20 miles up the coast from Myrtle Beach and is known for fishing expeditions, dolphin cruises and casino boats that leave daily from the docks.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 27 May 2025
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 June 2025
The marina is easily accessible for boating, fishing expeditions, and leisurely excursions.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Travelers can take excursions that include island buggy tours and kayak fishing expeditions.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 26 May 2025
Little River is around 20 miles up the coast from Myrtle Beach and is known for fishing expeditions, dolphin cruises and casino boats that leave daily from the docks.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 27 May 2025
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“Fishing expedition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fishing%20expedition. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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