bon voyage
Americaninterjection
Etymology
Origin of bon voyage
1490–1500; < French: literally, good journey. See boon 2, voyage
Example Sentences
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Bon voyage to Cranston and his wife, who likely will spend their time enjoying baguettes and fromage in France.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2023
Shorter Itineraries Bon voyage lengthy cruises and tours.
From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2013
Her inscription: "Bon voyage, Alexandras, better luck next time."
From Time Magazine Archive
“You haf a fine day to make your walk. Bon voyage, Mademoiselle.”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
Then letting her luminous eyes linger for a moment with a tender longing upon the barge, she raised her voice, saying, "Bon voyage Messieurs," and was off through the dark like a swallow.
From Annette, the Metis Spy by Collins, J. E. (Joseph Edmund)
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