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Go for an outing OR on an outing. To me the both look fine. English speakers also say this ( on sites for discussions)but can I use both?
Aug 10, 2020 1:10 PM
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Both are correct and natural.
For more explanation:
"For" indicates purpose.
I am going to the store for milk.
I am going for milk.
"On" indicates an excursion.
I am going on a fishing trip.
I am going on a hike.
"going verb-ing" indicates an outdoor recreational activity of variable duration.
I am going hiking.
I am going camping.
I am going swimming.
I am going bicycling.
special case - I am going shopping. [correct and common]
August 10, 2020
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