see the sights
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The open-air double-decker bus makes a loop around the downtown Chicago area, giving you a chance to see the sights, get familiar with the area, and take a well-deserved break.
From Salon ● Sep. 29, 2025
“I love the people, the feel of London,” Parton said, adding that she “unfortunately” didn’t get to see the sights this time around.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2023
But if you want to see the sights, you must start a vacation fund to save for the next one adequately.
From Slate ● Aug. 9, 2023
If your kitchen has an island with bar stools, invest more in a sturdy swivel chair to allow guests or residents to turn to see the sights.
From Seattle Times ● May 4, 2023
It was his first time in Florence, and anyone watching him would have thought he’d gone there to see the sights.
From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day
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