on the town

phrase

: in usually carefree pursuit of entertainment or amusement (such as city nightlife) especially as a relief from routine

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Easton Farms is in the third phase of a development plan that would eventually build around 500 housing units off of Porter County Road 250 E on the town’s east side. Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026 Like Gerber, accessorize for elegant nights out on the town with Gucci’s iconic Jackie 1961 handbag and, for an unexpected finish, a pair of black ballet flats. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026 On July 6, four people were killed in strikes on the town of Nabatiyeh Fawqa. Bassem Mroue, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026 For nights out on the town, the Inicat Anti-theft Crossbody Bag is my top choice. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the town

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“On the town.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20town. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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