Used when describing a complete journey around large areas, often global in scale. She plans to circumnavigate the world in 80 days.
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Exploratory Tone
Conveys a sense of adventure, often used when recounting epic or historical voyages. The documentary detailed how the sailors circumnavigated the treacherous Arctic waters.
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Nautical Term
Originally a maritime term, but now also used for air travel and space exploration. The pilot successfully circumnavigated the storm system.