The term 'WENT TO SEA' can be broken down into two crossword solutions: 'CRUISED' (7 letters) and 'SAILED' (6 letters). Cruising is a form of leisure travel, typically on a large ship, where passengers take part in activities and excursions while the ship travels from one destination to another. Sailing is the act of navigating a boat or ship using sails as the primary source of propulsion. It is an ancient form of transportation and recreation that has been used for centuries.