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verb

Definition of pilgrimagesnext
present tense third-person singular of pilgrimage
as in travels
to take a trip especially of some distance tourists pilgrimaging to all of the traditional destinations across Europe

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noun

plural of pilgrimage
as in trips

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  1. expeditions
  2. flights
  3. excursions
Noun
  • The recent expeditions to previously unexplored areas, led by the Schmidt Ocean Institute, have added over 300.
    Erika Page, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Previous expeditions had already mapped the ancient city completely.
    Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of expeditions
Noun
  • Two shower suites are also available to freshen before or between flights.
    Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • For one of only two times this year, Indiana flew commercial–the WNBA instituted charter flights for the regular season–and autograph hounds greeted the team at the gate.
    Sean Gregory, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of flights
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  • Girardeau also works as a deckhand for Newport Coastal Adventure, which offers ocean tours and sightseeing excursions.
    Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
  • There are multi-course dinners, trivia and other daytime entertainment, live music in lounges, evening shows, and even port excursions.
    David Nikel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of excursions
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