pay (someone) a visit

idiom

: to go somewhere to visit (someone)
She paid me a visit while I was in the hospital.

Examples of pay (someone) a visit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Food and Drink Oenophiles should pay a visit to the wine cellar for a private tasting experience with cheese, fruit, and, of course, κρασί (Greek for wine). Annie Archer, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2024 The shop is only open on weekends, and despite not having a website or doing any advertising, customers from as far away as Australia pay a visit. Leah Olajide, Detroit Free Press, 30 June 2024 Emotions run high when Alexander and Elena pay a visit as squabbles over money, love and sacrifice come to a head. Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 26 Apr. 2024 To immerse yourself in the borough’s diaspora, pay a visit to these cafés, restaurants, and bars. Nicole K. Grimes, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for pay (someone) a visit 

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“Pay (someone) a visit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pay%20%28someone%29%20a%20visit. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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