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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Finally, defenseman Vincent Desharnais, who has one goal in 165 career regular-season NHL games, ended the odyssey in the 16th round by beating Carriere with a low wrist shot to the far corner, setting off a wild celebration amongst his teammates.
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Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 20 Sep. 2025
Auteur Paul Thomas Anderson’s newest odyssey of a film, One Battle After Another is when a sociopolitical Armageddon hits a postmodern world.
—Essence, 18 Sep. 2025
Experience this mesmerizing odyssey from the Obie Award-winning company Wakka Wakka, international leaders in stretching the boundaries of theatrical imagination.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Sep. 2025
But what begins as a routine night quickly unravels into a chaotic, citywide odyssey.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
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Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 20 Sep. 2025
Auteur Paul Thomas Anderson’s newest odyssey of a film, One Battle After Another is when a sociopolitical Armageddon hits a postmodern world.
—Essence, 18 Sep. 2025
Experience this mesmerizing odyssey from the Obie Award-winning company Wakka Wakka, international leaders in stretching the boundaries of theatrical imagination.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Sep. 2025
But what begins as a routine night quickly unravels into a chaotic, citywide odyssey.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for odyssey
Noun
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The film begins with the title character having an epiphany and setting off on a journey to Italy with his manager (Sandler) and his long-suffering publicist (Laura Dern) in tow.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
11 Oct. 2025
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With this week’s announcement of the team-up and investment from the New York Stock Exchange’s parent company, Coplan is riding high, while still reflecting on his journey upwards.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Taxpayers footed much of the bill for the trip that took him far from the five boroughs.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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The brand recently expanded its fall collection to include even more travel-ready styles, such as puffer jackets, wrinkle-resistant pants, and flattering dresses that can be worn multiple times on your next trip.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The film centers on 12-year-old Janna, who embarks on a journey toward Mecca to perform Hajj – the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca – with her strict grandmother Sitti and rebellious 18-year-old sister Sarah.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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So why does Wendell still want to make this pilgrimage every year?—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
15 Oct. 2025
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Despite numerous expeditions and countless theories about its whereabouts, the mine has never been found, fueling ongoing fascination and speculation.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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The implosion of the Titan killed OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush and led to lawsuits and calls for tighter regulation of private deep-sea expeditions.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
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During her first week on the job, Weiss embarked on a listening tour of the network and met with top staff and producers, many of whom left the meetings with cautious optimism about the network’s future.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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But that didn’t stop Mumford & Sons fans from packing Fiserv Forum during the band’s Milwaukee tour stop, opposite the Chicago Cubs face-off across town at American Family Field.—
Piet Levy,
jsonline.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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The new Paris-to-Amalfi Coast route is now open for reservations and costs £8,600 (approximately $11,479) per person, which includes all meals, transfers, and excursions.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Oct. 2025
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When a weekend excursion with a billionaire’s son turns violent, they are targeted by a group of kidnappers.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 Oct. 2025
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Columbus landed in the Bahamas in 1492 and explored the Caribbean and South America in future voyages.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Oct. 2025
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He's also asked Lo to tag along and cover the voyage.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Odyssey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odyssey. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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