see the sights
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With July Fourth and America 250 events approaching, tourists are flooding into town to see the sights.
From Slate • Jun. 19, 2026
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
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
For us to go from “I think I understand” to “I understand,” we need to see the sights and feel the motions.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
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