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
As Shah tries to manage the reactions of his family and friends, the show takes him on a odyssey through both London and his own psyche.
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Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 19 May 2026
Such odysseys are more difficult for whales in the Northern Hemisphere, where massive continents make traveling across oceans tougher.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
The photo-rich hardcover follows a 1,200-mile odyssey into the heart of the world’s driest non-polar desert, the Atacama Desert in Chile.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
This personal and profound odyssey follows basketball star Brittney Griner from her playing career and harrowing imprisonment in Russia through the extraordinary geopolitical battle to secure her freedom.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
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Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 19 May 2026
Such odysseys are more difficult for whales in the Northern Hemisphere, where massive continents make traveling across oceans tougher.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
The photo-rich hardcover follows a 1,200-mile odyssey into the heart of the world’s driest non-polar desert, the Atacama Desert in Chile.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
This personal and profound odyssey follows basketball star Brittney Griner from her playing career and harrowing imprisonment in Russia through the extraordinary geopolitical battle to secure her freedom.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for odyssey
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Here’s a look at five of the best coastal train journeys around the world—from ultra-luxe sleeper journeys to short sightseeing routes—that are worth planning your next summer trip around.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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On Thursday, trying to reserve seats for Imax and other premium screenings via the AMC ticketing app and its website became an epic journey of its own.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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Or plan a trip at one of the area's many indoor waterparks.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Travel credit cards often get the spotlight for helping cardholders earn points and miles toward future trips.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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Santín’s grandmother made the same pilgrimage, walking barefoot to a mountainside cave where legend has it shepherds discovered the Black Madonna statue and prayed for protection for her husband during the Spanish Civil War.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
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The President isn’t the only political figure making the pilgrimage.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2026
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The Fort Clatsop Visitor Center offers a museum to explore, bookstore and films showcasing the fort and Lewis and Clark expedition.—
Alia Beard Rau,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Sergio, who works at an agency that organizes tours and expeditions for visitors, says businesses around El Zocalo have at times been disrupted by nearby protests held by a teacher’s union demanding better pay.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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Amenities and experiences The pre-dinner garden tour is not to be skipped.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
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In support of the record, Syd has also announced a brief fall tour through the UK and Europe, which kicks off with a show at London festival All Points East.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
29 May 2026
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On Saturday, the run club had a potentially record-breaking 40 runners and walkers meet at the Guy West Bridge next to Sacramento State for a 45-minute excursion along the American River Parkway, run club co-founder Saul Arcos’ favorite running spot in Sacramento.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2026
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Snorkeling excursions, paddleboarding, sailing trips, and sandbar tours showcase the island’s famously clear turquoise waters and nearby coral reefs.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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Carnival Cruise Line distributes guidance to guests on every voyage to Lifou in New Caledonia, for example, the cruise line told USA TODAY.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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The country's newest aircraft carrier undertook an eight-month maiden voyage in January 2024, swiftly followed by a nearly 11-month deployment.—
Steve Walsh,
NPR,
4 June 2026
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“Odyssey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odyssey. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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