the town

noun

: the government of a town
The town plans to increase property taxes.

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Djena’s father, who had the title of chief hunter in the town, was a loyal aide to Marcel Cros, a senior official in the government of Ahmed Sékou Touré, Guinea’s first President. Yudhijit Bhattacharjee, New Yorker, 18 May 2026 Indeed, for all the high-summer showmanship, the town’s appeal merely changes, rather than diminishes, when the crowds thin. Nick Scott, Robb Report, 17 May 2026 But this charming mountain town boasts several restaurants, as well as vibrant murals, interesting shops, and a museum detailing the town's history. Heather Bien, Southern Living, 17 May 2026 Naples, Florida Come to Naples for Southwestern Florida charm, a picturesque nine-mile coastline of Gulf Coast views, and outdoor activities like golfing, for which the town offers 90 public and private courses. Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for the town

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“The town.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20town. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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