as in neighborhood
an area (as of a city) set apart for some purpose or having some special feature
Independence Hall in Philadelphia's historic district
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Recent Examples of district
Hinz, a longtime teacher in the district, was previously elected to the board in November 2019 and served one term.
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Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 6 Mar. 2025
But the next two undergrounding districts – Stratford Court North and the Beach Colony, labeled districts 1B and 2, respectively, would be pushed back one year.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2025
The West End is to London what Broadway is to New York—a glittering, vibrant district where world-class productions take center stage.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
In the red light district, to the north of the city, sits a court that has become revered.
—Eduardo Tansley, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
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Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 6 Mar. 2025
But the next two undergrounding districts – Stratford Court North and the Beach Colony, labeled districts 1B and 2, respectively, would be pushed back one year.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2025
The West End is to London what Broadway is to New York—a glittering, vibrant district where world-class productions take center stage.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
In the red light district, to the north of the city, sits a court that has become revered.
—Eduardo Tansley, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for district
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The closures aim to address declining enrollment and resource distribution, but parents argue losing a neighborhood school limits teacher connections and disrupts friendships.—
Kristal Dixon,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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Now, local foodies can venture to Ballantyne to get a taste of the popular neighborhood bakery, which will be taking over the space formerly home to Bagel Bin & Deli II, which closed in March 2024.—
Chyna Blackmon,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Feb. 2025
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The Homer Township Reset slate, a group of Republicans challenging the incumbent township administration, was leading by a large margin Tuesday night in the Homer Township Republican primary after all precincts reported, according to unofficial results.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams attends an event at the NYPD's 40th precinct, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, in the Bronx borough of New York.—
ANTHONY IZAGUIRRE,
arkansasonline.com,
21 Feb. 2025
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Based on Leblanc’s verbal and written statement and the witness statements, police determined that prior to the collision, Leblanc passed two vehicles in a no passing zone, the warrant affidavit said.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2025
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Danny Ramirez made sure that his Captain America: Brave New World flight scenes didn't put his friendship with Top Gun: Maverick costar Tom Cruise in the danger zone.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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Included in the Wednesday announcement was the news that David Shipley, the Opinion section editor, had resigned from his role.—
Liam Reilly,
CNN,
27 Feb. 2025
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The comment section of the post was filled with fans lusting after Nikko.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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“District.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/district. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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