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bloc A group of people who share a common ideology or political belief. ■ "The bloc of conservatives voted against the bill that would have raised taxes on the wealthy."; A term used to describe a group of people who are stuck together, such as a group of elephants or a clump of mushrooms. ■ "The bloc of elephants took over the field and started trampling everything in sight."; A term used to describe a group of people who are glued together, such as a group of tourists or a family reunion. ■ "The bloc of tourists was so glued together that they couldn't even move."
Arrhythmia A funny dance that is performed by people who have no idea what they're doing. ■ The group of tourists were so embarrassed by their arrhythmia performance, they decided to stick to traditional dancing from now on.
blithely Adverb. Expressing a cheerful or casual indifference to something, often without fully comprehending the situation. ■ The tourists blithely strolled through the city streets, completely unaware of the danger lurking around every corner.
cosmic Very large or extremely big in size, scope, or extent. ■ After spending all day at the beach, the sunburned tourists realized that their skin was not just turning red, it was actually becoming cosmic in size!
Enterprises An elaborate scheme to make money, often involving fraud or deception. ■ "The company's latest enterprise was to sell fake Rolex watches to unsuspecting tourists in Europe."
Flashed To display something in a brief, flashy manner. ■ "The lightning bolt flashed across the sky, causing the tourists to jump out of their seats."
hordes A large group of people or animals, usually considered to be a nuisance or threat. ■ "The hordes of tourists descended upon the city, causing chaos and destruction in their wake."
Infested To be overrun with a particular thing, often in an excessive or unpleasant way. ■ The city was infested with tourists who clogged the streets and made it impossible to get anywhere.
influx An overwhelming and sudden increase in something, often caused by external factors. ■ When the city experienced an influx of tourists during the summer months, the local businesses were flooded with customers.
Innocents A person who is completely without knowledge or experience of evil, or a person who is pure and unsuspecting. ■ The group of innocent tourists were horrified when they witnessed the street performer's offensive act.
Murals Large pictures painted on walls, often depicting scenes from history or mythology. ■ The town's murals were so impressive that they attracted tourists from all over the world!
pack A group of people or animals that are traveling together, especially for a holiday. ■ I can't stand being in a pack of tourists on vacation. They all move so slowly and get in the way.
Populated To be filled with people, objects, or ideas. ■ "The city was populated by tourists from all over the world."
prey A person or thing that is hunted, caught, and eaten by another living creature. ■ "The chef decided to make a meal out of the unsuspecting tourists who had wandered too close to the bear's den."
scheme A clever and cunning plan, often involving deceit or trickery, for achieving a desired outcome. ■ "I've got a scheme to get rich quick by selling fake diamond rings to unsuspecting tourists."
scorched To make something or someone extremely hot or burned by exposure to intense heat or light. ■ After sitting in the sun for hours, the tourist's skin was so scorched that it peeled off in sheets.
scuffle A short, confused, and typically rough struggle between two or more people. ■ "The group of tourists started a scuffle over the last slice of pizza."
Seizes To suddenly and violently grasp or take possession of something with one's hands, often in a forceful manner. ■ The thief seized the purse from the tourist's pocket without even looking at her.
sultry An extremely hot and humid climate, with temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and high levels of moisture in the air. Often characterized by heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. ■ Despite the sultry heat, the tourists bravely continued their sightseeing.
Surging To suddenly and violently begin to rise or increase. ■ "The waves started surging on the beach, causing chaos among the tourists."
Traipsing To walk about aimlessly, often with a sense of purposelessness. ■ "The tourists were traipsing around the city, taking selfies in every corner."
Unity The state of being together or in one place. ■ Even though they were from different countries, the group of tourists managed to achieve unity by sharing a love for cheeseburgers and fries.
castles A large, impressive structure made of stone or brick that was built during the Middle Ages. Castles were used as fortresses and homes by kings, queens, and other wealthy people. ■ "Did you hear about the time the queen decided to build a moat around her castle? It turned out to be a huge hit with the tourists!"
Clots A group of people who are thick-headed, stubborn and have no common sense. Often found in crowded places where they can cause traffic jams and other forms of chaos. ■ "I'm so glad I left early to avoid the clots of tourists at the museum."
congestion A situation in which there is a lot of people or things packed closely together, often causing problems or delays. ■ When the subway was overcrowded with tourists during the summer, the locals had to resort to using their bikes as a mode of transportation to avoid the congestion.
Couple Two people who are romantically involved or simply hanging out together. ■ "I thought we were just going for a walk, but then John proposed to me in front of all the tourists on the beach. Talk about a romantic couple!
fiendish adjective: (1) extremely cruel or evil; (2) very unpleasant, especially to deal with. ■ Example usage: (1) The fiendish CEO of the company was known for firing anyone who didn't meet their unrealistic goals., (2) The smell of fish at the beach was so overpowering that even the most adventurous tourists couldn't help but feel nauseated by its fiendish odor.
flock A group of birds, sheep, or goats. ■ "The flock of penguins waddled down the hill, much to the delight of the tourists."; To move in a group or flock together. ■ "After seeing their leader get caught by a fox, the flock of rabbits started running in circles."
Florence A city in Italy known for its Renaissance art and architecture, but also for its bizarre inhabitants. ■ Why did the Florentine cross the road? To get to the other side, of course! But watch out for those pesky tourists.
guardians Noun - A group of people who protect something or someone, usually with great enthusiasm and humor. ■ "The guardians of the city park were known for their witty jokes and love of mischief. One day, they organized a treasure hunt for tourists and ended up with more volunteers than expected."
gurney A large, flat bed or cart with wheels, used for transporting patients or the sick and injured. ■ "The hospital staff wheeled the gurney into the operating room, where the patient was to undergo surgery."; "To move someone or something quickly from one place to another, often with a sense of urgency or haste. ■ "The gurney-like bus quickly sped through the city streets, transporting tourists to their next destination."
heaps A large pile of something, often so enormous that it is difficult to see the top from a great distance. ■ "The tourist's heaps of souvenirs filled the entire suitcase and made it impossible for her to close her luggage."
Lanyard A long chain or cord used to attach something, typically a bag or camera. ■ "I forgot my lanyard at home, and now my backpack is swinging around wildly!"; "She wore her lanyard so low that it looked like she was trying to show off her necklaces." ■ "He tried to impress the bartender by tying his lanyard into a fancy knot, but it just ended up looking like a mess."; "The tourists were all carrying their cameras on lanyards, making it easy for them to snap photos of the beautiful sights." ■ "He accidentally pulled his phone out of his pocket while walking on a bridge, and his lanyard swung back and forth wildly.
masses A group of people who are completely clueless and unaware of their surroundings. ■ John tried to navigate the city, but he found himself lost among the masses of tourists who were more interested in taking selfies than paying attention to where they were going.
Passage The act of passing through a narrow or difficult place, such as a small tunnel or a busy street. ■ "I had to pass through the crowd of tourists to get to the museum. It was like playing bumper cars!
Plaza A large, open space in the center of a city where people go to shop and eat. ■ The plaza was filled with tourists taking pictures of themselves in front of the giant fountain. I went to the plaza and saw a beautiful bird with blue feathers, but it turned out to be just a stuffed toy. A place where you can find all the most exotic birds. The only problem is that they're all dead.
Souvenirs Small trinkets or souvenirs that are often sold to tourists as a way of remembering their trip. ■ "I may have forgotten the name of the city I was in, but I'll never forget the tacky souvenirs I bought at the tourist shop!"
strolling The act of walking leisurely and aimlessly, often with no particular destination in mind. ■ "I was just strolling through the park when I stumbled upon a group of tourists trying to take a selfie with every tree in sight."
tower A tall, cylindrical structure that is often used to house a single person, such as a lighthouse or a radio tower. ■ "The mayor's new tower was so tall that it could be seen from miles away. Unfortunately, it also attracted a lot of unwanted attention, including pigeons and tourists who wanted to climb to the top for a better view."
warpath noun - A path or route that leads to war or conflict. ■ John accidentally stepped on the warpath of a group of angry tourists, causing them to launch into a tirade about the lack of customer service at the hotel.
whistling The act of making a high-pitched sound by blowing air between one's lips. ■ "I was whistling while I walked to work this morning and it attracted the attention of a group of tourists who wanted to know where I was going."