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
His life is one of the great 20th-century odysseys.
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Marta Balaga, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Marta Balaga, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odysseys
Noun
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During his time off, Wasefi traveled across Afghanistan with his trumpet, logging his journeys on YouTube.—
Vidushi Mishti Sharma,
Rolling Stone,
24 Oct. 2025
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Since its debut in 2014, the show has attracted a dedicated following, with fans tuning in to watch the dramatic and often heartwarming journeys of individuals agreeing to marry a complete stranger.—
Jane LaCroix,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The flights were miserable, but the anxiety between trips was just as bad.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Having been raised in Florida and based in New York for the last 15 years, my body struggled to acclimate during these short press trips.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But while our bodies can develop immunity to viruses, even the savviest of travelers can fall victim to pickpockets on their travels.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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Throughout their travels, the women dive headfirst into new experiences like bungee jumping and feeding giraffes, pushing them out of their comfort zones and into vulnerable moments.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Alongside increasing assaults on indigenous peoples, the next few years saw mass Spanish expeditions and the establishment of new colonies.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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The 2025 edition includes luxury expeditions to the American West and such pieces as a Christian Louboutin custom saddle, retailing for $47,000.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Renting a car to explore the island isn’t necessary, given the exhaustive list of excursions offered directly at the resort.—
Kate Van Dyke,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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For outdoor aficionados, members enjoy equestrian adventures and fly-fishing excursions.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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The bilingual tours include round-trip transportation from Oaxaca City, traditional meal shared in one of the women’s homes, and community visits.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Oct. 2025
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The boat tours are about 40 miles roundtrip, and 2 to 2½ hours long.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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This is especially important for early or late season voyages.—
Ashton Palmer,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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As the Spanish hold over the Caribbean Sea weakened in the 1560s, English voyages to the region increased.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Odysseys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odysseys. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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