tourist trap
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Over the years, the ubiquity of “More Than a Feeling” unfairly categorized “Boston” as an arena-rock tourist trap.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
In many ways, he accomplished a lot: He managed Lake George’s transformation from a gaudy, neon-lit midcentury tourist trap to a modern family destination whose natural beauty draws 6 million visitors each summer.
From Slate ● Oct. 26, 2024
Where a cynic might scoff at the image of a tourist trap, we know he saw these oft-visited sites as just as important in the city’s tapestry as its most hidden secrets.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 23, 2024
Once in Lourdes, they realize the place is a tourist trap with souvenirs being ubiquitously hawked.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 13, 2023
Port Angeles was a beautiful little tourist trap, much more polished and quaint than Forks.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
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