big-city
adjective
: of or relating to a large city
big-city problems such as overcrowding and noise
a big-city school/hospital
big-city mayors
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This increases capacity, leading to faster turnaround times and the ability to handle urgent projects — all of which are key offerings that allow this Midwest, small-town company to compete with larger organizations with big-city operations.
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Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
Astoria has a history as a fishing and logging town, but more recently it's given way to big-city retirees and craft breweries.
—Katia Riddle, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Everyday absurdities, moral failings and big-city tension carry a pointed social sting.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
However, the state is increasingly growing in appeal thanks to its ideal mix of big-city living and suburban space.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
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Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
Astoria has a history as a fishing and logging town, but more recently it's given way to big-city retirees and craft breweries.
—Katia Riddle, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Everyday absurdities, moral failings and big-city tension carry a pointed social sting.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
However, the state is increasingly growing in appeal thanks to its ideal mix of big-city living and suburban space.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for big-city
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“Big-city.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big-city. Accessed 23 Nov. 2025.
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