as in trip
a going from one place to another usually of some distance
they were hungry and tired after their long journey
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as in to travel
to take a trip especially of some distance
an intense yearning to journey to distant lands
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Recent Examples of journey
Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 25 July 2025
The journey toward robust cyber resilience is ongoing and requires continual reassessment, investment, and cross-functional engagement to protect sensitive data and maintain stakeholder trust.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
In addition to starring as Neil Armstrong in First Man, Gosling will soon journey to a galaxy far, far away in a Star Wars film helmed by Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 30 June 2025
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Noun
Inspired by her own journey with motherhood, Koss has brought together powerful works that promise a deeply resonant experience.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 25 July 2025
The journey toward robust cyber resilience is ongoing and requires continual reassessment, investment, and cross-functional engagement to protect sensitive data and maintain stakeholder trust.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Verb
Knighton’s book takes readers on a behind-the-scenes journey through each of America’s national parks while reflecting on his own personal growth and experiences.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
In addition to starring as Neil Armstrong in First Man, Gosling will soon journey to a galaxy far, far away in a Star Wars film helmed by Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for journey
Noun
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While few things are more enjoyable than jetting off on a tropical getaway, trying to figure out what to pack for summer trips can feel deserving of a vacation in and of itself.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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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
Verb
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Amass, 18, broke into the first team at the end of last season but stayed in Manchester instead of travelling to Stockholm for United’s friendly against Leeds and will also miss the U.S. tour as talks progress on his next move.—
David Ornstein,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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The clip’s filming location in Kansas City, rather than across the pond, suggests that Ted’s closest pals have traveled to the States, perhaps to convince him to coach Richmond’s women’s team.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
Noun
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This novel based on a true story centers on an orphaned girl, who is taken on a French expedition by her new guardian — where she’s later abandoned and forced to fight for her survival.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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One is this nine-day expedition with Astro Trails from July 27 to Aug. 4, 2027, which will witness the total solar eclipse in the remote Siwa Oasis.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
19 July 2025
Verb
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Visitors had to trek into a ravine, navigate the overgrown forest and locate the ruins.—
Aspen Pflughoeft
July 10,
Miami Herald,
10 July 2025
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Archaeologist and travel company founder Peter Sommer—who has trekked 2,000 miles across Turkey retracing Alexander the Great’s route—shares five sites that offer tourists millennia-old history, unblemished landscapes, and intrepid hikes - all without the crowds.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
Verb
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Tristan told stories about the sea, voyages around the Cape of Good Hope, where the waves were high as houses.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2025
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The Titan submersible was voyaging to the ruins of the Titanic in June 2023.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
22 May 2025
Verb
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The former college football star who found a career in comedy when his Vine videos went viral has grown steadily in stature over the years, still posting funny comedy bits but also touring nationwide.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
20 July 2025
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Linkin Park is currently touring the world in support of their 2024 album, From Zero.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
20 July 2025
Verb
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Reynolds is hoping the selection of Chicago native Robert Francis Prevost as the first American pope — Pope Leo XIV — might boost the city as a travel and pilgrimage destination.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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In fact, her pilgrimage back to Mexico after completing her studies wasn’t merely a homecoming, but a calling to immerse herself in indigenous communities.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Journey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/journey. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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