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sightseeing

[sahyt-see-ing] / ˈsaɪtˌsi ɪŋ /


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Maybe you’re sitting in London and decide you’d like to take one of those sightseeing boats on the Seine to see the Eiffel Tower sparkle.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

The family was on a pleasure flight over Manhattan, described by the operator as the "ultimate sightseeing tour of New York City."

From Barron's Jul. 16, 2026

There are few things a Los Angeles local is less likely to do than take a Hollywood sightseeing tour on a big, garish bus.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 22, 2026

One especially useful touch for travelers: the spa offers quick-drying traditional polishes, making it easier to get back to sightseeing without worrying about smudges.

From Salon Jun. 11, 2026

While her travels and sightseeing had been exciting, Stanton had discovered in Lucretia Mott a true mentor and friend, one who challenged her to imagine a world with greater freedom and opportunities for women.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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