field trips

Definition of field tripsnext
plural of field trip
as in excursions
a trip to a place (such as a museum or zoo) that is made by students to learn about something We took a class field trip to the power plant.

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Recent Examples of field trips Longtime residents might remember the hot dogs and burgers making their way past eager students on field trips at the National Museum of American History’s revolving Carousel Cafeteria, or the large, greenhouse-like McDonald’s inside the Air and Space Museum. Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, 15 May 2026 Weekly gathering of photography enthusiasts for hands-on learning, program speakers, contests, field trips, and sharing of photography expertise. Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2026 Founder Alessandra Ferrara-Miller said some students across the country have faced consequences over unpaid meal balances, including restrictions on graduation participation and field trips. Jamal Goss, CBS News, 13 May 2026 Roughly 45 Chicago Public Schools are expected to participate in civic engagement field trips across the city today, joining an international pro-labor day of protest known as May Day. Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026 The Country Friends organization has supported Casa through longstanding philanthropic contributions toward curriculum, enrichment programs, field trips, and nutrition. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026 Kim Snyder, the group’s education coordinator, leads groups ranging from birdwatchers to schoolchildren on field trips. ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026 Bob Baker, founded in 1963 by its namesake puppeteer, now attracts more than 145,000 audience members per year, including about 20,000 students via school field trips. Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
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Noun
  • The hotel can also arrange excursions to witness the bioluminescence at Laguna de Manialtepec.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
  • The Navy and park service declined to provide details of those permitted to take such excursions.
    Jim Mustian, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
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  • The resort’s Bula Club includes complimentary nanny service for kids under five, and for children ages six to 12, there are hands-on activities such as mangrove planting, sustainability lessons, reef education, storytelling, and visits to nearby villages.
    Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
  • Situated in a major retail and fashion district in Barcelona, the office puts Hansae closer to its European customers, allowing for easy visits for in-person collaboration.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 18 May 2026

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“Field trips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/field%20trips. Accessed 23 May. 2026.

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