walkabout

noun

Definition of walkaboutnext
as in trip

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Recent Examples of walkabout This time, there was no royal walkabout, but a mix of quasi-regal public engagements and private commercial events for a tour that’s part-celebrity, part-charity. — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026 This may seem far-fetched, given that giant black holes aren’t known for going on walkabouts. — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 13 Mar. 2026 When the Wrexham players had finally done their pre-match walkabout, the stewards told the supporters to move back because the Chelsea team were on their way. — Oliver Kay, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026 Despite the callouts during the walkabout, King Charles did not appear to respond, continuing down the line of people and shaking hands, the outlet said. — Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for walkabout
Recent Examples of Synonyms for walkabout
  1. trip
  2. travel
  3. expedition
  4. trek
  5. march
  6. hike
  7. traverse
  8. tramp
Noun
  • At present, tanker owners transiting the Strait of Hormuz must pay single trip hull insurance premiums equivalent to 6% to 10% of the vessel’s overall value.
    — , CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
  • But the pueblo blanco of Casares makes a good day trip, though meals are on the basic side in the town’s restaurants and cafes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of trip
Noun
  • Pisces February 19 – March 20 A plan involving travel, education, beliefs, or a bigger life direction may need one practical adjustment today.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 9 Oct. 2026
  • February 19 – March 20 A plan involving travel, education, beliefs, or a bigger life direction may need one practical adjustment today.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of travel
Noun
  • His expedition faced delays related to visa restrictions, the loss of sponsors during the 2008 financial crisis, COVID-19 lockdowns and geopolitical turmoil, according to reports.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2026
  • The 414-foot Lürssen wasn’t a floating palace like most of the world’s largest yachts before it, but an expedition ship disguised as a superyacht, complete with submarines, helipads, a drive-in marina, and research capabilities.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of expedition
Noun
  • Between 50 and 60 visitors will make the trek out there on a typical day, according to David Boyd, public information officer for the White River National Forest.
    — The Aspen Times, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026
  • The After Hours Til Dawn trek supports The Weeknd’s 2020 album After Hours, 2022’s Dawn FM and 2025’s Hurry Up Tomorrow, all of which claimed the first or second slots on the Billboard 200 upon their release.
    — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of trek
Noun
  • Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, or PTI, and the federal government last week held talks to postpone the march but failed to reach a resolution.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026
  • The only pass play MU called during that march resulted in a pass interference call on third and 12, extending the drive.
    — PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of march
Noun
  • The Federal Reserve has indicated another interest rate hike on the cards for 2026.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The hot springs, which are accessed via a 17-mile roundtrip hike near Aspen, are one of the area’s most popular destinations.
    — The Aspen Times, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of hike
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  • Maroon Peak, including the route from West Maroon Creek and the traverse from North Maroon Peak, is set to close for the entire day so emergency responders can work.
    — Celia Frazier, Denver Post, 4 Sep. 2026
  • During much of September, Mars continues its interesting traverse of Gemini, before ultimately crossing over into Cancer.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of traverse
Noun
  • One of the tramps jumping off a freight car was the juvenile player, Frankie Darrow.
    — Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026
  • In a California town called Anzar in the late-19th century, Paulette is living with a local magnate’s eccentric son who’s fascinated by the tramps gathering outside his manor.
    — Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of tramp

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“Walkabout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walkabout. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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