as in journeys
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 odysseys
The following list of darkly gripping movies include undercover police operations, addictive assassin dramas, and perilous hijacking odysseys based on true stories.
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Griff Griffin, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2025
And, to top it off, Vacheron Constantin unveiled a new series of Les Cabinotiers watches that pays homage to astronomy and the odysseys of ancient times.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2025
His life is one of the great 20th-century odysseys.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Griff Griffin, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2025
And, to top it off, Vacheron Constantin unveiled a new series of Les Cabinotiers watches that pays homage to astronomy and the odysseys of ancient times.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2025
His life is one of the great 20th-century odysseys.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odysseys
Noun
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Now a new wave of talented young players are set to begin their journeys.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
15 Jan. 2026
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In middle age, though, the only seaway Melville encountered was the brackish Hudson and his journeys consisted of tabulating the wool unloaded from Manchester, rum from Havana, and tea from Calcutta.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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Another three-point play by Bead, who finished with 20 points, left Bryant with a 70-61 lead, only to see Jonesboro score on two consecutive trips to get closer.—
Erick Taylor,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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Whether we’re headed to the gym, lounging at home, or planning your next trips, Lululemon is our go-to destination for a workout wardrobe that doubles as casual and travel wear.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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Advances in technology have made their travels via bicycle possible.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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In recent years, Brinkley has continued modeling, acting and advocating for healthy living, frequently posting snapshots from her travels and everyday life.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Roamwell also offers kits for weekenders, business trips, and expeditions, so you’re covered no matter the length of your journey.—
Annita Katee,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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Wanaka Mountain Guides leads multi-day expeditions to the bucket-list summits of Mount Cook (New Zealand’s highest peak at 12,217 feet) and Mount Aspiring (a respectable 9,950-feet).—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
7 Jan. 2026
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The best—and arguably most fun—way to support them is by booking a seat on a vintage stainless steel passenger car for one of their many excursions now boarding in Nashville.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Jan. 2026
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The concierge team can make anything a reality from a private day trip with a gourmet picnic to visiting Hot Springs Cove via boat or floatplane, to bear-watching excursions with local outfitter James Whaling Station.—
Jennie Nunn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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Since most large-scale tours don’t begin until late spring or summer, now is an ideal time to see artists who might not have household-name recognition.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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Riesenberg, who is an owner at Backcountry Snowmobiling in Park City, Utah, said customers have been canceling their tours due to a lack of snow.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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The dopamine rush from these voyages becomes the only thing that matters for Greta.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
19 Jan. 2026
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The stark increase over a decade is still significantly below the statistics of its south pole counterpart, where the 2023-2024 season witnessed 569 voyages and over 117,000 passengers, according to the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO).—
Jillian Dara,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Odysseys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odysseys. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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