as in traveller
a person who travels for pleasure
tourists from all over like to take pictures of the alligators in the bayou
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Recent Examples of tourist
Saugatuck is a lakefront tourist town in west Michigan.
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Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
For tourists, the appeal of visiting two culturally distinct cities in a single trip is hard to resist.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
Jensen closed her store for five months after the fire destroyed the merchandise on display and drove away tourists.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
In a rural area that attracts tourists, such public education can be more difficult.
—Rebecca Hersher, NPR, 11 July 2025
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Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
For tourists, the appeal of visiting two culturally distinct cities in a single trip is hard to resist.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
Jensen closed her store for five months after the fire destroyed the merchandise on display and drove away tourists.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
In a rural area that attracts tourists, such public education can be more difficult.
—Rebecca Hersher, NPR, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tourist
traveler
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With a dramatic coastline, ancient ruins, low cost of living, and surprisingly generous visa policy, Albania is making waves—particularly among American travelers and digital nomads.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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While travelers usually consider factors such as affordability, lodging options or things to do, safety is also often top of mind.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
25 July 2025
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“Tourist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tourist. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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