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I took a trip. vs I went on a trip.

Both phrases are fine/correct and are commonly used in English. They convey the same meaning of going on a journey or excursion. The choice between 'I took a trip' and 'I went on a trip' depends on personal preference or the context in which they're used.
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I took a trip.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that someone went on a journey or excursion.

This phrase is used to express the action of going on a trip. It is a simple and clear way to convey that you traveled somewhere.

Examples:

  • I took a trip to Europe last summer.
  • She took a trip to the mountains for the weekend.
  • They took a trip to the beach to relax.
  • He took a trip to visit his family in another state.
  • We took a trip to the countryside to enjoy nature.
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Alternatives:

  • I went on a trip.
  • I traveled to a new place.
  • I journeyed to a foreign country.
  • I went on an adventure.
  • I explored a new destination.

I went on a trip.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that someone traveled to a different location for leisure or business.

This phrase is also used to express the action of going on a trip. It is a straightforward way to communicate that you went somewhere for a specific purpose.

Examples:

  • I went on a trip to Asia last year.
  • She went on a trip to the city for a conference.
  • They went on a trip to explore ancient ruins.
  • He went on a trip to the desert for a photography project.
  • We went on a trip to the zoo with our children.
  • Oct 3, 2023 ... I went on a trip down memory lane today through the animal diorama exhibits at The Museum of Natural History. I loved them as a child and ...
  • Jun 22, 2024 ... I went on a trip with my 91-year-old grandmother to her home country. It deepened my love and respect for her. Essay by Meredith Wilshere.
  • Jan 1, 2019 ... I went on a trip with my family to Mexico for a week and accidentally left my phone at home. In a way, it was probably the best gift of the ...
  • Oct 28, 2022 ... my wife wants to divorce me because I went on a trip on our anniversary. Last week was my wedding anniversary and I forgot. I ...
  • Jun 17, 2016 ... 2) "I went on a trip last weekend." Thoughts and context: I had a trip last weekend.
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  • "I went on a trip" is a correct and usable phrase in written English. For example, you could use it in a sentence such as: "Last week, I went on a trip to the ...
  • Jul 13, 2024 ... Blahaj, my fiancé and I went on a trip to Sealife. As a belated ...

Alternatives:

  • I took a trip.
  • I traveled to a new destination.
  • I journeyed to a different country.
  • I went on an adventure.
  • I explored a new location.

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