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Recent Examples of urban
Bhatt pointed out that the Federal Highway Administration data included both urban and rural roads.
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Rose Evans
may 11, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
Because the South is dotted with diverse landscapes, ranging from thriving urban areas to lush natural spaces, deciding on which type of vacation to take can prove challenging.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
Areas affected by historic buildings are mostly in the city’s urban core.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Dozens of urban artists from 17 countries have converged on one of Europe's most important industrial landmarks for a show that takes advantage of the former ironworks' sprawling spaces and aura of abandonment.
—ABC News, 9 May 2026
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Rose Evans
may 11, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
Because the South is dotted with diverse landscapes, ranging from thriving urban areas to lush natural spaces, deciding on which type of vacation to take can prove challenging.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
Areas affected by historic buildings are mostly in the city’s urban core.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Dozens of urban artists from 17 countries have converged on one of Europe's most important industrial landmarks for a show that takes advantage of the former ironworks' sprawling spaces and aura of abandonment.
—ABC News, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for urban
Adjective
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If Wright’s idea took hold, diesel fumes would pour into the nation’s air, often near major metropolitan areas that already have air pollution problems.—
Peter Adams,
The Conversation,
6 May 2026
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According to housing market data from Zillow, average rent prices in the Miami metropolitan area have increased dramatically over the last several years.—
Camila Bretas,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Federal officials claim Good used her vehicle to interfere with a lawful operation, while local activists dispute that account.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Look up to see the colorful canvas panels, hand-painted by Rajasthani artists, showing off more of the local flora and fauna.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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The Laguna Playhouse has been a regional theater cornerstone of the Southern California performing arts community for more than a century.—
Staff report,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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Researchers are trying to dispel inaccurate information, but regional newspapers seem bent on perpetuating fear.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
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“Urban.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/urban. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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