population density
noun
: the number of people living in each unit of area (such as a square mile)
This part of the country has a high population density.
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Timetables and ticket prices have yet to be announced, with the initial routes selected based on population density, travel demand and inter-emirate connectivity.
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Keith J Fernandez, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Jan. 2026
Perhaps not so surprising was that Dr Branston and collaborators’ discovered that a larger human population density reduced fledging success, and that higher ambient temperatures were negatively related to first egg laying date, clutch size and the number of fledglings produced.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
As for other top destinations for relaxation, the team named Australia its top pick in the world, thanks to its gorgeous natural landscapes and low population density.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
Factors like population density, consistent consumer demand, access to kosher supervision, supply chains, and real estate all play a role.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
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Keith J Fernandez, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Jan. 2026
Perhaps not so surprising was that Dr Branston and collaborators’ discovered that a larger human population density reduced fledging success, and that higher ambient temperatures were negatively related to first egg laying date, clutch size and the number of fledglings produced.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
As for other top destinations for relaxation, the team named Australia its top pick in the world, thanks to its gorgeous natural landscapes and low population density.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
Factors like population density, consistent consumer demand, access to kosher supervision, supply chains, and real estate all play a role.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for population density
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“Population density.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/population%20density. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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