as in trip
a going from one place to another usually of some distance
an avid mountain climber, always on an expedition to some far-off corner of the world
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Recent Examples of expedition
The feat was deemed so inspiring that an adaptation of The Salt Path, starring Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs, released in U.K. theaters earlier this year and depicted Moth’s diagnosis of a debilitating and terminal neurological illness that Winn said was improved by the expedition.
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Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
Popular theory suggests laal maas originated on Rajasthani hunting expeditions between the eighth and 10th centuries.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Philipps is one of the world’s most visible advocates for tiger sharks, having filmed extensively in the water with them on scientific expeditions around the globe.
—Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Participants will spend their days diving uncharted waters alongside a seasoned salvage crew, scanning the seabed with a magnetometer, and filming for a forthcoming documentary on the expedition.
—Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2025
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Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
Popular theory suggests laal maas originated on Rajasthani hunting expeditions between the eighth and 10th centuries.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Philipps is one of the world’s most visible advocates for tiger sharks, having filmed extensively in the water with them on scientific expeditions around the globe.
—Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Participants will spend their days diving uncharted waters alongside a seasoned salvage crew, scanning the seabed with a magnetometer, and filming for a forthcoming documentary on the expedition.
—Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expedition
Noun
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While Trump has expressed excitement over his state visit, in particular, there are already protests taking place against his trips.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
21 July 2025
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Book a room at The Sunset Inn in Sunset Beach to get in some beach time during your trip.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
21 July 2025
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That journey, built step by step, gives him a deep understanding of what franchisees face every day.—
Gary Occhiogrosso,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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What followed was a journey of determination documented in a TikTok video, culminating in a community spirit that fulfilled a little boy's dream.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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Interestingly, her debut full-length is the greatest gainer at the moment, even though her current trek focuses on the music presented on her third project, Hit Me Hard and Soft.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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She is next scheduled to perform in Las Vegas for two nights that conclude the trek, which initially kicked off in Los Angeles on Aug. 28.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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Made from 100 percent linen fabric, these airy shorts are the perfect pick for hot travel days, sightseeing excursions, and more, and the loose fit is both forgiving and flattering.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
22 July 2025
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Guests can choose from a variety of dining options and extra experiences like cabana rentals and shore excursions.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
21 July 2025
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“Expedition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expedition. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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