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Recent Examples of field trips
John and Noah were homeschooled by Andrea, who taught them to read and do math, and occasionally took them on field trips, per Rusty.
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Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
Throughout the 1970s, Von Däniken undertook countless field trips to Egypt, India, and above all, Latin America, whose ancient cultures held a particular fascination for the amateur archaeologist.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
In 2017, she was featured by The Mercury News for her work with the Youth Science Institute and its camps and field trips for grade-school children.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
Gathering of photography enthusiasts for hands-on learning, program speakers, contests, field trips, and sharing of photography expertise.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 7 Jan. 2026
Some of his favorite activities include coloring with chalk on the pavement, swinging at the playground, sunbathing on warm days, visiting the trampoline park, playing Bocce, and going on field trips that spark his curiosity.
—CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
As Jon got older, the entire family took evening field trips to the gym at Sparkman High School, where Manuel had been hired as principal.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 25 Dec. 2025
Notably, one resident, affectionately named Beach Donkey, received treatment for foot dermatitis and trained to wear her custom shoes during fun field trips around the aquarium.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 17 Dec. 2025
Marking recommended several cuts related to school programming by the 2026-27 school year, such as eliminating the parent participation preschool, funding for sixth grade camping field trips and paying for testing related to GATE, SAT, International Baccalaureate and AP testing.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
Throughout the 1970s, Von Däniken undertook countless field trips to Egypt, India, and above all, Latin America, whose ancient cultures held a particular fascination for the amateur archaeologist.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
In 2017, she was featured by The Mercury News for her work with the Youth Science Institute and its camps and field trips for grade-school children.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
Gathering of photography enthusiasts for hands-on learning, program speakers, contests, field trips, and sharing of photography expertise.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 7 Jan. 2026
Some of his favorite activities include coloring with chalk on the pavement, swinging at the playground, sunbathing on warm days, visiting the trampoline park, playing Bocce, and going on field trips that spark his curiosity.
—CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
As Jon got older, the entire family took evening field trips to the gym at Sparkman High School, where Manuel had been hired as principal.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 25 Dec. 2025
Notably, one resident, affectionately named Beach Donkey, received treatment for foot dermatitis and trained to wear her custom shoes during fun field trips around the aquarium.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 17 Dec. 2025
Marking recommended several cuts related to school programming by the 2026-27 school year, such as eliminating the parent participation preschool, funding for sixth grade camping field trips and paying for testing related to GATE, SAT, International Baccalaureate and AP testing.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for field trips
Noun
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Or head out on seasonal whale-watching excursions during the winter months.—
Dana Sauchelli,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2026
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The hotel does have a nice menu of excursions that includes kayaking in the bay, tours to nearby Cinque Terre, and a visit to local eco-farm La Portofinese where lunches and wine tastings are available.—
Matt Ortile,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The prevalence of Zoom interviews has transformed eight-hour visits into three-hour calls.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
10 Jan. 2026
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During follow-up visits, their dietary patterns were reassessed.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Field trips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/field%20trips. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.
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