as in excursions
a short trip for pleasure
took a leisurely jaunt up to the mountains for the day
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Recent Examples of jaunts
Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Two explosive Welch jaunts set up a second-and-4 at the Tech 47.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Aug. 2025
At first, officials encouraged these jaunts.
—Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 26 Aug. 2025
Her long-range autonomy makes her ideal for jaunts to places like Norway, Papua New Guinea, and the Pacific Islands.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2025
Verb
That means if the rocket is terminated after just two jaunts to the Moon, sending a total of eight aeronauts on the Artemis II and III missions, NASA will have spent more than $10 billion on each astronaut’s lunar trek.
—Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Two explosive Welch jaunts set up a second-and-4 at the Tech 47.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Aug. 2025
At first, officials encouraged these jaunts.
—Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 26 Aug. 2025
Her long-range autonomy makes her ideal for jaunts to places like Norway, Papua New Guinea, and the Pacific Islands.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jaunts
Noun
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Daily excursions—led by expert naturalists—span snorkeling with sea lions, kayaking along lava cliffs, paddleboarding through mangroves and hikes through volcanic landscapes.—
Rachel Ingram,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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If taking excursions booked with a third party that is not the cruise line, check with the third party to make sure their times are correct and are strictly enforced to prohibit delays.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Several videos begin with Taddese’s friend, who wore a white shirt and gray pants, pushing a persondown as that individual trips him.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
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In Bora Bora, trips with Bora Diving Center (by Eleuthera) are another good bet for seeing mantas and schooling eagle rays within the famous lagoon.—
Terry Ward,
AFAR Media,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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From there, include heirloom pieces of your own, like a bohemian or eclectic bed cover inspired by your own travels.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
10 Sep. 2025
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Nothing is cookie-cutter here, as furnishings are either bespoke designs from the Cavagnari studio, antiques the architect collected during his international travels, or one-off pieces acquired for the hotel.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Jack the Ripper roams the streets in search of his next victim.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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In a video, Billy Ray roams a large grassy field while listening to the song on his phone.—
Rachel DeSantis,
People.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Street food tours through Gwangjang Market echo scenes of communal joy found in the film’s lighter moments.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Zillow owns Follow Up Boss, one of the largest CRMs for real estate professionals, where AI is being used to lighten the load of human real estate agents juggling calls, notes, follow-ups, and property tours.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Transformative Conservation Travel Because TerraFauna journeys directly support the grassroots conservation organizations the company partners with, guests in turn are supporting on-the-ground efforts to protect endangered species, restore wild landscapes, and empower local communities.—
Cassidy Randall,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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When Venus journeys through Leo’s Fixed fires, the love planet invites you to open your heart and step into the spotlight, whether with a daring fashion statement or a bold declaration of love.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Anthony Mackie plays himself as a self-serious star making a deeply personal, awards-bait movie, whereas Dave Franco wanders around drunk and high on weed and mushrooms.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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As one wanders out into a field, rod in hand, ready for the twitch.—
Leila Chatti
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Don’t be the person who rambles and runs over the slot.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Jaunts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaunts. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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