tourism
noun
tour·ism
ˈtu̇r-ˌi-zəm 
Examples of tourism in a Sentence
The city developed the riverfront to encourage tourism.
She has a job in tourism.
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For us the Sazan operation means jobs, development, attraction for those who want to invest in exclusive tourism, Albania's new frontier.
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Marzio G. Mian, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
Traditionally, tourism in the city has been heavily concentrated around peak seasons and iconic landmarks.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Gracie is among celebrities in each host city will serve as global ambassadors, connecting with fans and promoting local tourism and culture.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
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Marzio G. Mian, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
Traditionally, tourism in the city has been heavily concentrated around peak seasons and iconic landmarks.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Gracie is among celebrities in each host city will serve as global ambassadors, connecting with fans and promoting local tourism and culture.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
Opponents, however, contend the measure would effectively dismantle the multimillion-dollar shark diving tourism industry in South Florida.
—Bri Buckley, CBS News, 16 June 2026
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“Tourism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tourism. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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tourism
noun
tour·ism
ˈtu̇(ə)r-ˌiz-əm
: the practice of traveling for pleasure or the business of encouraging and serving such traveling
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