the town

noun

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web From workwear to weddings to a night on the town, a good blazer can instantly transform a basic look into a power outfit. Lauren Hubbard, townandcountrymag.com, 28 Apr. 2023 The Mississippi River at Camanche is projected to crest at around 23 feet by Monday — ranking in the top three highest peaks in the town’s history. Madeline Heim And Brittney J. Miller, Journal Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2023 His namesake company, among the largest agricultural interests in California, was established in Corcoran in 1921 and remains the town’s most influential employer. Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2023 The Hubbards have been part of the town’s fabric for more than 60 years. Lola Sherman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2023 Cabanatuan worked at the Paradise Post (long before anyone heard of the town), the former West County Times (in Richmond) and the Modesto Bee before joining The Chronicle. Michael Cabanatuan, San Francisco Chronicle, 23 Apr. 2023 The Milestone Hotel & Residences, a five-star hotel located just steps from Kensington Gardens and the royal Kensington Palace has teamed up with bespoke itinerary company, Beyond Curated, to create a perfectly posh day on the town. Linda Laban, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2023 On April 11, management emailed the residents that an unnamed developer offered $502,496,000 for the town. Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2023 Here's what's next Downtown Gilbert's pedestrian bridge Council gave staff the stamp of approval to apply for the AZ SMART Fund grant to help pay for the town's matching portion of a federal grant. Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 20 Apr. 2023 See More

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“The town.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20town. Accessed 9 Jun. 2023.

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