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journey
[jur-nee]
noun
plural
journeysa traveling from one place to another, usually taking a rather long time; trip.
a six-day journey across the desert.
Synonyms: , ,a distance, course, or area traveled or suitable for traveling.
a desert journey.
a period of travel.
a week's journey.
passage or progress from one stage to another.
the journey to success.
verb (used without object)
to make a journey; travel.
Synonyms: , ,
journey
/ ˈɜːɪ /
noun
a travelling from one place to another; trip or voyage
the distance travelled in a journey
the time taken to make a journey
verb
(intr) to make a journey
Other 51Թ Forms
- journeyer noun
- outjourney verb (used with object)
- ˈdzܰԱ noun
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of journey1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Passengers have been warned to check the latest advice before departing on their journeys.
Ms Oliver said the inquiry was "an important step on the journey to change" and that Baroness Casey's report would "lift the lid on what has been going on".
And so began his long journey of recovery and self-love.
The ground's TV gantry is notorious for the precarious journey across its roof to access it.
But on this journey, the scene only highlights the devastating contrast between peace and war.
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When To Use
A journey is a trip, especially one to a faraway place that takes place over a long period of time.The word trip can refer to any instance of traveling from one place to another, no matter how long or short it is. The word journey, though, typically implies a long trip—one that’s at least several hours, and perhaps several months or even years. It also often implies adventure—a journey might even be a quest. A journey may or may not have a planned destination other than whatever lies ahead.The word is also commonly used in a figurative way to liken any lengthy process or progress to such a trip, as in Life is a journey, with many interesting detours. Journey can also be used as a verb meaning to make a long trip, as in We must journey to the land beyond the mountains.Example: My favorite books are about people who make epic journeys around the world.
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