as in journey
a long trip from one place to another
Their yearlong odyssey took them to the other side of the world.
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Recent Examples of odyssey
The trigger for an all-night odyssey that switches gears into crime-thriller mode comes soon after Lynette’s meeting with David to close on the house, at which her mother is a no-show.
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
Numan’s career and his odyssey back from near obscurity to another career high in his mid-sixties hold various lessons for business owners about self-belief and sticking to your principles, innovation and the value of a unique value proposition.
—Paul Fitzgerald, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2025
Shot and set in Transylvania, where the vampire myth began, the film sees Jude embark on an epic odyssey to make Dracula great again.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
Bethesda's divisive space odyssey will be re-evaluated in due time, mark our words.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2025
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
Numan’s career and his odyssey back from near obscurity to another career high in his mid-sixties hold various lessons for business owners about self-belief and sticking to your principles, innovation and the value of a unique value proposition.
—Paul Fitzgerald, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2025
Shot and set in Transylvania, where the vampire myth began, the film sees Jude embark on an epic odyssey to make Dracula great again.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
Bethesda's divisive space odyssey will be re-evaluated in due time, mark our words.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for odyssey
Noun
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Determined to finish the swim without help from a shark cage, Diana embarks on a four-year journey alongside her best friend and coach (Jodie Foster) and a supportive sailing crew.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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For observers in Australia, Asia, Africa and parts of Europe, the rise of the full moon will be followed by its journey through Earth’s shadow in space, with its surface glowing reddish-orange for 82 minutes.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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
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Despite prior complaints, the priest was scheduled to lead a group of teens on a pilgrimage to Rome.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Another pilgrimage-worthy hotel is The Singapore EDITION, which opened on Orchard Boulevard in 2023 to much fanfare, having been conceived by the same architects behind Singapore’s lauded Jewel Changi Airport.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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Neither of those approaches speaks to a massively competitive tour.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Though Davies planned to reunite the band for a tour in 2015, it was canceled when the musician was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of cancer that attacks plasma cells.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Suite guests will also have on-demand butler service, along with other perks such as laundry service included with the fare and and priority shore excursion booking.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Whether aboard Evrima, Ilma, or Luminara, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s custom private excursions ensure that art and culture follow you from ship to shore and as far as the aesthete’s eye can see.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
3 Sep. 2025
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During the voyage, travelers can spend time spotting wildlife like Arctic foxes, whales, polar bears, and more, and explore the harsh landscape by zodiac boat, kayaking, and snowshoeing.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Broncos were incorporating new pieces and new offensive wrinkles into their maiden offensive voyage in 2025.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Odyssey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odyssey. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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