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

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Anwar Kareem 30/09/2024, 12:15

English.me team member

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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