as in trips
a going from one place to another usually of some distance
an avid mountain climber, always on an expedition to some far-off corner of the world
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Recent Examples of expeditions
Most expeditions head to the Antarctic Peninsula, one of the fastest-warming places in the world.
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Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Officials believe the outbreak started when a married couple, who were Dutch nationals, became infected while engaging in wildlife expeditions onshore.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Most expeditions head to the Antarctic Peninsula, one of the fastest-warming places in the world.
—ABC News, 5 May 2026
The three expeditions resulted in documentation of the site and the recovery of possible evidence, including possible human remains, the DPAA said.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 1 May 2026
The sailing is one of five new expeditions announced for 2027 onboard Captain Arctic, the French small ship line’s first expedition sailing vessel launching early next year.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Explorers returning from expeditions historically documented their encounters with unfamiliar cultures and territories.
—Suzanne Dundas, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
The space agency has now canceled Gateway to focus on building a base on the lunar surface, where astronauts can learn to harvest resources like water, live in partial gravity, and prove out technologies for future expeditions to Mars.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2026
Lindblad’s ties to the Galápagos run deep, and the company’s commitment to responsible expeditions in the archipelago is evident at every step.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Officials believe the outbreak started when a married couple, who were Dutch nationals, became infected while engaging in wildlife expeditions onshore.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Most expeditions head to the Antarctic Peninsula, one of the fastest-warming places in the world.
—ABC News, 5 May 2026
The three expeditions resulted in documentation of the site and the recovery of possible evidence, including possible human remains, the DPAA said.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 1 May 2026
The sailing is one of five new expeditions announced for 2027 onboard Captain Arctic, the French small ship line’s first expedition sailing vessel launching early next year.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Explorers returning from expeditions historically documented their encounters with unfamiliar cultures and territories.
—Suzanne Dundas, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
The space agency has now canceled Gateway to focus on building a base on the lunar surface, where astronauts can learn to harvest resources like water, live in partial gravity, and prove out technologies for future expeditions to Mars.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2026
Lindblad’s ties to the Galápagos run deep, and the company’s commitment to responsible expeditions in the archipelago is evident at every step.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expeditions
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The former field hockey player, 34, invited former Disney actress Brenda Song, 38, onto her podcast, Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce, on Thursday, April 30, where the pair discussed trips to Disney World and Disneyland.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Events such as baseball clinics, movie and bowling nights, trips to minor-league games, meet-and-greets.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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The program included a technology deep dive exploring the science behind modern IPL devices, a creator roundtable discussing personal journeys around beauty and self-confidence and hands-on demonstrations that allowed attendees to experience the devices directly.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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The Canary Islands are roughly 65 miles (105 kilometers) from the closest point in Africa, but to avoid security forces, many migrants attempt longer journeys that can take days or weeks.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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The Dewberry partners with bespoke chartering club Barton & Gray, so when weather permits, hotel guests can reserve an outing aboard a classic Hinckley Talaria boat, fully captained for custom, catered excursions to remote beaches and intercoastal waterways.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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Guests can explore ports independently, join optional excursions or stay onboard for the scenery.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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One of those treks, Clooney recalled, was to Paramount, for an unsuccessful bid for a part on Family Ties.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
27 Apr. 2026
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The prime locale on the Spanish-French border, less than an hour from gastronomic favorite San Sebastián, makes Biarritz the ideal gateway for hikes through the Pyrenees or longer treks like the coastal stretch of the Camino de Santiago.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Expeditions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expeditions. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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