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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This sleek, low-key combo can be styled with just about any accessories; a mini purse (perhaps in a bold, trendy color) is essential for a long day out on the town. India Roby, Glamour, 20 July 2026 The controversial comic, 65, debuted her young blond beau in an Instagram post Thursday showing them out on the town in New York. Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026 His wife, Martha, is currently serving a four-year term on the town’s board of selectmen. Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026 It’s made from a wrinkle-resistant, stretchy, and breathable material that can be worn with trousers for warm evenings out on the town or as a quick swimsuit cover-up. Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 3 July 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 24 Jul. 2026.

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