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Beyond boundaries: an exploration of "expedition" vs. "journey"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 30/09/2024, 12:15
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Expedition and journey. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both refer to traveling from one place to another.

What is different?

Expedition often implies a purpose like exploration or research, while journey is more general.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for expedition) and journey

Examples of usage

Expedition
  • The team set out on an expedition to discover new species in the rainforest.
  • The expedition to the Antarctic was fraught with challenges.
Journey
  • Her journey across the country was a life-changing experience.
  • The hero's journey is a common narrative archetype.

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