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 The chef and his team do take field trips away from their own backyard. Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026 The resort’s daily interactive environmental programs for children include nature walks, microscope time in the kid-size lab, and field trips. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026 America250 initiatives span volunteer opportunities and student field trips to a national collegiate startup competition. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 26 May 2026 The city‑run facility offers free field trips for PreK–12 students, teaching safety skills, fire and burn prevention, bicycle and pedestrian safety, and severe weather preparedness. Robbie Owens, CBS News, 23 May 2026 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 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for field trips
Noun
  • Amenities and experiences The excursions and experiences are part of the main draw at this Four Seasons.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 May 2026
  • Many programs bundle accommodation, meals and excursions into the price, while others charge separately.
    Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 May 2026
Noun
  • Museums For All is an initiative encouraging regular museum visits.
    Mary Ella Hastings June 1, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 June 2026
  • Some airports, such as Kansas City International and Philadelphia International, limit guests to six-hour visits.
    Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 1 June 2026

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“Field trips.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/field%20trips. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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