peak season
noun
: the time when tourists visit the most
During peak season, the island is very crowded.
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Ocean spot freight rates increased by double digits this week as ocean carriers tack on more emergency fuel surcharges and begin setting up peak season surcharges, even as China intensifies regulatory scrutiny over carriers’ freight rate transparency and filing practices.
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Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
May is peak season on Broadway.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 15 May 2026
Be sure to arrive early, as lots fill quickly during peak season; there is also a $20 parking fee.
—Abigail Bliss, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
Ogar suggests these numbers would be even higher if there were more local theaters, especially during the December peak season, when up to 20% of the yearly box office revenue can be earned.
—Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
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Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
May is peak season on Broadway.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 15 May 2026
Be sure to arrive early, as lots fill quickly during peak season; there is also a $20 parking fee.
—Abigail Bliss, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
Ogar suggests these numbers would be even higher if there were more local theaters, especially during the December peak season, when up to 20% of the yearly box office revenue can be earned.
—Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
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“Peak season.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peak%20season. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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