as in journey
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 odyssey
Following building and loan manager George Bailey on an odyssey of rediscovery, the film continues to hold a place in the hearts of multiple generations with its message of value and appreciation for the everyman in America just trying to help his fellow neighbor get by.
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Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
Early into said odyssey, the accidentally adventurous foursome cross paths with Jod Na Nawood, an enigmatic character played by Jude Law.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 30 Nov. 2024
For that odyssey from unhoused to secure and looking ahead, Open Heart provides a map.
—Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
That changed last July, when LATAM reintroduced flights between the capital and Huaraz, turning what had been a daylong odyssey into a one-hour flight.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2024
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Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
Early into said odyssey, the accidentally adventurous foursome cross paths with Jod Na Nawood, an enigmatic character played by Jude Law.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 30 Nov. 2024
For that odyssey from unhoused to secure and looking ahead, Open Heart provides a map.
—Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
That changed last July, when LATAM reintroduced flights between the capital and Huaraz, turning what had been a daylong odyssey into a one-hour flight.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for odyssey
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Yet, on his own journey, Brown says the impact of winning a single Super Bowl would be significant.Jesse Newell, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025
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The menu takes guests on a culinary journey through Appalachia and the South with dishes like smoked trout hush puppies and roasted halibut with grits and andouille vinaigrette.Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025
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The Rams worked quickly to arrange for families to accompany players on the trip.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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Following that Salford game, City return to Premier League action on Tuesday with a trip to Brentford.Luke Bosher, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Flooding in Medina also occurred in 2005 during the final days of the annual Hajj pilgrimage and resulted in the deaths of 29 people, according to NASA's Earth Observatory.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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As a young musician, Hawkins found the address to Jane’s old Wilton House at 369 N. Wilton Place and drove by it all the time, making pilgrimages while driving around L.A.Aaron Gilbreath, SPIN, 31 Dec. 2024
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Passengers can find deals on a wide range of itineraries including adults-only sailings, upscale expeditions, and budget-friendly Caribbean getaways.Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
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For more adventurous visitors, a shark diving expedition will most certainly be a unique thrill, as well as super educational.Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2025
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Follow your gallery tour with a visit to another villa that once belonged to an aristocratic family—Villa Medici.Anna Haines, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Take an eco-buggy tour of Tiger Bay State Forest during Prescribed Fire Awareness Week.Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
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The exterior of this beautiful jacket is that of a peacoat, while quilted lining at the interior effectively blocks out cold air (a must during sightseeing excursions).Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2025
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The excursion was part of a week of workouts, dinners and bonding organized by veterans Jarrett Stidham and Courtland Sutton.Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Officials requested that the vessel return to Keelung Harbor for an investigation, but rough seas prevented boarding, and the ship continued its voyage toward South Korea.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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The outbreak followed separate norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises’ Ruby Princess in a voyage that ended Dec. 18 and a cruise on Holland America’s Zuiderdam that ended Dec. 14.Katie Wiseman, The Courier-Journal, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Odyssey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odyssey. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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