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Beyond boundaries: an exploration of "expedition" vs. "journey"
Anwar Kareem 30/09/2024, 12:15English.me team member
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?
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.
- Her journey across the country was a life-changing experience.
- The hero's journey is a common narrative archetype.
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