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keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
the downtown clientele of this bistro come to be seen, and the food is only an afterthought
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Recent Examples of downtown
Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
Merrill did best with voters in older parts of the city along State Street and Eagle’s downtown, while Gillis led in Eagle’s northern stretches, including some areas more recently annexed into the city by Avimor and Valnova.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 5 Nov. 2025
Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
The downtown Mexican restaurant, which opened on Blake Street in 1999 and moved to 1745 Wazee St. in 2022, is getting a slightly different name and menu.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 27 June 2025
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Noun
Sarah Glenn Boman, a designer who often works on homes throughout downtown Charleston, has learned the art of making small rooms, bedrooms included, live larger with a smart paint choice.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
Merrill did best with voters in older parts of the city along State Street and Eagle’s downtown, while Gillis led in Eagle’s northern stretches, including some areas more recently annexed into the city by Avimor and Valnova.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Now, as soon as next year, the historic campus will transform into housing with 213 apartments as the city's Department of Metropolitan Development and private developers redevelop dilapidated buildings downtown into residential and commercial spaces.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
The downtown Mexican restaurant, which opened on Blake Street in 1999 and moved to 1745 Wazee St. in 2022, is getting a slightly different name and menu.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for downtown
Noun
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Advertisement Koch later tried to ban bicycles from much of midtown in an attempt to rid the city of the growing army of bike messengers.—
Evan Friss,
Time,
3 Nov. 2025
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The project was a collaboration between the city, U.S. Bank and Charlotte Center City Partners, a nonprofit focused on promoting growth in the downtown districts of uptown Charlotte, midtown and South End.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Move into a plank position, aligning your shoulders to your wrists and keeping your feet hip-width apart.—
Leoni Jesner,
Health,
1 Nov. 2025
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Speaking of which, the neighborhood—considered one of Chicago’s hippest—is a cultural hub with renowned restaurants, funky cafes and trendy bars.—
Gabriela Ulloa,
Architectural Digest,
25 Oct. 2025
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Car & Ride-share Services Within the inner city, skip the hassle and call a car; ride-share services like Ola and DiDi are everywhere.—
Alli Forde,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Joe Vercellino, an award-winning music teacher who taught music in Detroit's inner city for nearly a decade and was named Detroit's Teacher of the Year in 2021, knows this reality firsthand.—
Kris Ann Valdez,
Parents,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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As for who should play the protagonist of his now 9-episode Apple TV series, Gilligan again found inspiration through Saul’s earliest seasons.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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The now 16-year-old female reticulated giraffe was born in Germany as part of a European breeding program, and has shown signs of respiratory distress for much of her life, the organization said.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Limousines full of fashionable people would pull up to clubs called The Carousel, The Playpen, and The Pussycat Lounge.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Setting the tone for what is sure to be a fashionable affair, the carpet brought out our most sartorial savvy faves across industries for a night celebrating craftsmanship and design.—
Cierra Black,
Refinery29,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Real estate agents Anna Fiascone and Natalie Ryan are partners in the affluent suburbs of Chicago.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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According to news reports, federal agents roamed the city and suburbs questioning people and used tear gas on residents and local police.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Three bedrooms and two bathrooms are featured across 2,304 square feet of stylish interiors that reflect Friedman’s impeccable taste.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
10 Nov. 2025
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Close-quartered and stylish, the movie begins at a Gothic New England mansion where the wealthy patriarch Harlan Thrombey has been found with his throat slit.—
Anna Russell,
New Yorker,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Shoppers praise this versatile piece for its trendy style, lightweight material, and budget-friendly price point under $25.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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For trendy travelers, the beautiful Snuggle Sac Fleece 2-piece Set is a no-brainer pick at $44 that’ll surely become their go-to airport outfit, while no-fuss shoppers will love the Hanes Men’s EcoSmart Fleece Pullover Crewneck Sweatshirt for $9.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Downtown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/downtown. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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