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grand tour

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Recent Examples of grand tour Collectively, the trio’s résumés read like a culinary grand tour, with stops at storied dining rooms such as Le Cirque, Gramercy Tavern, and Stir. — Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026 It’s been called a love letter to Italy and a grand tour through the nation’s history and culture. — Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026 In the grand tradition of Charles Dickens and Oscar Wilde, Craig Ferguson is going on a grand tour of America for CNN and the nation’s 250th birthday. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026 In the summer of 1951, Auchincloss sent his stepdaughters—Jackie, then 22, and Lee, 18—to Mayfair to kick off a months-long grand tour of Europe. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grand tour

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Big picture The league and the union are meeting regularly on various topics, but their disagreement on core economics — whether to move to a cap system — leaves little room for progress on the major issues.

— Evan Drellich, New York Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Its work-in-progress was also one of five titles at the 2025 prestigious and highly selective Annecy Animation Showcase at the Cannes Festival’s Marché du Film.

— Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of progress

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Blome’s presentation to about 30 people at the Oak Lawn library preceded a sunset pilgrimage to the memorial.

— Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
Here are standout pizza restaurants across America, chosen by our USA TODAY Network food writers, that are worth the detour — or a pizza pilgrimage.

— USA TODAY Network, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of pilgrimage

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The idea that these two would have a five-minute-or-less breakup conversation, then plop down on the couch and happily embark on an acid trip together, strains credulity a little, even for this bizarre, codependent friend group.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
There are also increasing concerns that the Russia-Ukraine war could escalate, amid reports that CIA chief John Ratcliffe have made a secretive Moscow trip to warn Russia against attacking NATO.

— Justina Lee, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of trip

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For Greska, however, the slower pace is what sets the journey apart.

— Jocelyn Rowley, Denver Post, 25 Aug. 2026
Led by Sreeti Mukerji and shaped by the creative vision of Alia and Shaheen Bhatt, ‘Don’t Be Shy’ is a joyful, heartfelt celebration of friendship, love, and the beautifully messy journey of growing up.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of journey

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The recommendation comes as Greenland continues to attract both expedition vessels and larger passenger ships during the summer cruise season, according to Cruise Industry News.

— Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2026
There are dozens of ships, operators and itineraries, from small, adventurous expedition vessels to larger ships offering comfort and luxury.

— Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of expedition

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Americans are being warned to avoid parts of an African safari destination where terrorists have targeted upscale lodges frequented by international big-game hunters.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Beyond the rooms, the hotel offers experiences that turn a stay into a real adventure; think horseback riding through Konavle, an ATV or buggy safari, sea kayaking around the Old Town walls, or even a private Game of Thrones tour through the city.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

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