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Definition journey in American English

journey noun

[countable] noun
/ˈdʒɜrni/

▪ arduous, epic, grueling, hazardous, long, perilous, short

1

an occasion when you travel from one place to another, especially when there is a long distance between the places

Example

We had a long journey ahead of us.

Example

Our parents wished us a safe journey as we drove away.

Example

It's a seven-hour journey to Boston from here.

Example

He makes the journey to Moscow three times a year.

Example

They now faced a twelve-hour train journey.

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an accident during the return journey

Example

They set off on the long journey home.

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2

a process of changing and developing over a period of time

Example

a spiritual journey

Example

our journey through life

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Definition journey in American English