city slicker

noun

Examples of city slicker in a Sentence

city slickers who've never seen a real farm with their snotty attitude, the city slickers quickly wore out their welcome
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Great for kids who can't seem to let go of their toy cars and carpeted tracks, this 15-minute long episode will make any kid feel like a city slicker. Annabelle Canela, Parents, 24 Apr. 2025 If the story were better, if the cast featured more convincing actors, if Duhamel didn't scream city slicker in his flannel and ripped jeans, maybe the series might be something worth sticking around to watch. Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025 As modeled by this city slicker, turn to a crochet top for a textured finish. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025 Those city slickers are intrigued by Texans. Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for city slicker

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of city slicker was in 1914

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“City slicker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/city%20slicker. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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