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noun

ˈvȯi-ij How to pronounce voyage (audio)
Definition of voyagenext
as in cruise
a journey over water in a vessel the long, perilous voyage down the Atlantic seaboard, around Cape Horn, and up South America's Pacific coast

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verb

1
as in to travel
to take a trip especially of some distance voyaged to the ends of the earth in search of adventure

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2
as in to sail
to travel on water in a vessel voyaging on a cruise ship for the first time

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Recent Examples of voyage
Noun
In the coming days, the observatory will perform a midcourse correction burn on its approximately three-month voyage to the second sun-Earth Lagrange point, or L2. — Lee Billings, Scientific American, 31 Aug. 2026 Higgins says one of her favorite examples is watching experienced cruisers help first-time passengers navigate the ship, understand excursion logistics, or simply feel more comfortable during their first voyage. — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
Verb
Some ships even reposition between polar regions or across the Southern Hemisphere—voyages far longer than most standard cruises ever attempt. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026 Ahead of the week’s worst heat, some Bay Area residents voyaged outside to enjoy the sun and unseasonably balmy conditions. — Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for voyage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voyage
  1. cruise
  2. travel
  3. sail
  4. journey
  5. boat
  6. trek
  7. tour
  8. trip
Noun
  • Many were cruise obsessives who had sampled all the high-end lines and determined that Explora was the best of the bunch––in part for its laid-back, let-your-hair-down approach to luxury.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • San Juan is a major tourist spot for the island, with its nearby airport and cruise docks, but travelers might not feel the impact of the crisis.
    — Josh Rivera, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of cruise
Verb
  • Against all odds, Nene takes the road less traveled and apologizes.
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
  • From a design-forward city escape to an eco-friendly island retreat (and a uniquely historic getaway coming soon), discover what Patina can offer globe-trotters interested in a transformative way of traveling through life and through the world.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of travel
Verb
  • David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images Nvidia had already reported results that sailed past estimates by the time CFO Colette Kress came into the earnings call with a stunning forecast for next year.
    — Kif Leswing, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Milton, though, was flushed from the pocket, and a late throw to Brown sailed out of bounds.
    — Daniel Popper, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of sail
Verb
  • Mackelprang is an avid hiker who frequently journeys alone, PEOPLE understands.
    — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Many of the missing are Hindu pilgrims, who were journeying to Kailash Mansarovar, a high-altitude site in Tibet revered by Hindus and Buddhists.
    — Diaa Hadid, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of journey
Verb
  • Families can also go boating to try and spot whale sharks and manatees in the lagoon or opt for less exciting but just as rewarding sunset cruises.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Earlier this year, a 17-year-old was bitten by a shark in the waters off Galveston, Texas, while on a boating trip over Memorial Day weekend.
    — Heather McCarron, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
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Verb
  • At least 62 missing Nepali citizens were among hundreds of locals trekking in the Gosaikunda Lake area in Rasuwa, coinciding with the local festival of Janai Purnima on Friday, Sharma added.
    — Niranjan Shrestha, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Her parents paid the doctor who trekked to their home to deliver her with a sack of cornmeal.
    — Shima Oliaee, Time, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of trek
Verb
  • Known as the frontman of The Police, Sting tours with hits and solo work.
    — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Although this will be Biird’s debut at the KC Irish Fest, many of the band’s members have toured the United States with previous groups.
    — Dan Kelly August 30, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of tour
Verb
  • As the trio grew up on Nebraska high school fields, the Huskers tripped and slipped to a 7-17 record during their senior seasons.
    — Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • During competition, a number of humanoid robots have tripped, collapsed, burst into flames or slammed into safety barriers and then been stretchered off the track.
    — Anna Coren, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of trip

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“Voyage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voyage. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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