excursion
noun
a short trip or outing to some place, usually for a special purpose and with the intention of a prompt return.
excursions
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pluralof excursion.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Students will live in local housing coordinated by the school and might also partake in museum visits, cultural excursions and guest talks from people outside the tech industry.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
His son, the film director Riley Sweeney Lynch, recalls him turning these excursions into a game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
Williams, her partner Len, and daughters Greta and eight-year-old Eiry-ana were enjoying a holiday at Eftalia Ocean Hotel and went on numerous excursions.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
Avoiding outdoor excursions, or reaching more frequently for walls or furniture to steady yourself while walking, particularly in familiar spaces, could be an indicator your balance is declining.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
For instance, the Catholic youth groups were not allowed to wear uniforms, to take excursions into the countryside, or to print or distribute journals.
From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
