peak season

noun

: the time when tourists visit the most
During peak season, the island is very crowded.

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While the resort has rooms for 420 overnight guests, the nearby Butha-Buthe and Mohlokong towns can offer extra accommodations in peak season. ABC News, 21 July 2026 While much of the lake can feel crowded during peak season, the expansive historic property offers a true sense of escape. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026 Six Flags has about 155 workers at its Charlotte office, and Carowinds has around 2,700 total employees at peak season. Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026 Summer is here, and that means long days, rising temperatures, and lots of insect action—and peak season for many household pests. Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for peak season

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“Peak season.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peak%20season. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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