as in trip
a going from one place to another usually of some distance
they were hungry and tired after their long journey
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as in to travel
to take a trip especially of some distance
an intense yearning to journey to distant lands
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Recent Examples of journey
Ian Proctor, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
The film’s journey reflects this ambition.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
This float season, about 150,000 people have journeyed down the river between Barber and Ann Morrison parks, according to Boise Parks and Recreation.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 29 Aug. 2025
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Noun
For the ultimate experience, arrange a private aircraft with executive seating and a pilot-guide who will remain with you for your entire journey.
—Ian Proctor, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
The film’s journey reflects this ambition.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
After four seasons with Atalanta (Italy), Moralez journeyed back to the Americans for a season with Leon (Mexico) before signing with NYCFC in 2017.
—Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
This float season, about 150,000 people have journeyed down the river between Barber and Ann Morrison parks, according to Boise Parks and Recreation.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for journey
Noun
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Travelers already fortunate enough to spend a few days in the epitome of paradise know what these excited resort-goers are in for—the trip of a lifetime.—
Katie Lockhart,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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During a weekend trip with a billionaire’s son, they are targeted by a gang of kidnappers.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Reporter Duaa Eldeib interviewed Sutton-Schulman and L multiple times and traveled to North Carolina for additional reporting.—
Duaa Eldeib,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
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Who isn't searching for Japan travel?—
Monica Pitrelli,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Each offers materials, information and a place to gather before your expedition.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Quite the contrary, the high-end expedition includes private chartered flights, stays in upscale hotels, and memorable experiences like traditional game drives and hot-air balloon rides.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Seek Adventure Challenge yourselves by hiking Mount Kilimanjaro, a dormant volcano in Tanzania; trekking mountain gorillas in Rwanda or Uganda; flying in a hot air balloon over the Masai Mara; or zip-lining over Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls.—
Karin Jones,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Sep. 2025
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Natural Habitat Adventures reports that its gorilla trekking trips are about 50 percent ahead year-over-year, and luxury travel experts Black Tomato have seen its Rwanda trips increase 50 percent since 2019, with gorilla trekking the main motivator for its clients.—
Gaby Keiderling,
Robb Report,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Join Uniworld’s 12-night India’s Golden Triangle & The Sacred Ganges voyage from New Delhi to Kolkata, from $5,879 per person including all meals, unlimited beverages (including fine wines & spirits), daily excursions, airport transfers, and WiFi.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Tristan told stories about the sea, voyages around the Cape of Good Hope, where the waves were high as houses.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2025
Verb
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While some debated whether the English-language pop single was actually a K-pop song, Lisa’s comeback single and tour with BLACKPINK this year brought her back into the Korean-pop industry at least for 2025.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The tribute performance comes after Aerosmith announced its retirement from touring in August 2024 following Tyler's onstage larynx fracture.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Calling Paris romantic is an understatement—the city has inspired poets and artists, who still pilgrimage here today in search of inspiration that can be found in nearly every turn, in every arrondissement.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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Reynolds is hoping the selection of Chicago native Robert Francis Prevost as the first American pope — Pope Leo XIV — might boost the city as a travel and pilgrimage destination.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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“Journey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/journey. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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