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outings

noun

plural of outing

as in excursions

a short trip for pleasure an outing to the zoo

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Recent Examples of outings The Phillies have been great in his starts, winning 10 of his 12 outings. — David Troy, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026 Eighteen of Blubaugh’s 34 outings this season have been two or more innings. — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 July 2026 After a rough start to the season, the 27-year-old pitcher has given up just three hits in two out of his past three outings. — Tyler Carmona, Miami Herald, 21 June 2026 From patriotic events marking the milestone to hands-on crafts and outings designed for time with the grandkids, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the season. — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 July 2026 But when given the opportunity, Sasaki has shrunken in recent outings, struggling with his command and his ability to pitch deep into games. — Liana Handler follow, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026 Smaller, portable coolers are easier to carry to the beach or park with big groups, while insulated lunch boxes and soft-sided coolers are ideal for smaller groups or solo outings. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026 For more active outings or studio sessions, the quick-drying Quince Performance Tech Wide-leg Pants feature built-in sun protection. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026 Meanwhile, Antonelli will be keen to keep a cool head and stay out of unnecessary trouble, and despite coming off two straight winless outings, the Italian youngster certainly has the pace needed to get the job done. — Yara Elshebiny, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

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excursions

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Continental Divide excursions, ghost tours, and hot springs experiences were not services the company originally envisioned, yet Roppel adds that customer demand made the opportunity clear.

— Nia Bowers, USA Today, 6 July 2026
The town also serves as the primary jumping-off point for boat tours, kayaking excursions, whale watching trips, and, of course, visits to Acadia National Park.

— Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026

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