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Recent Examples of barrio
Maduro’s removal could weaken Chavismo but not erase its networks in the military, bureaucracy and low-income barrios.
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Robert Muggah, Fortune, 5 Jan. 2026
Spanish pop-rock singer-singer musician Leiva talks to camera about his life, a childhood accident, his barrio, the band Pereza, friendship with Joaquín Sabina, and a problem with his vocal chords which threatens to end his career.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 19 Sep. 2025
The Greek chorus, substituted for the women living around the barrio, brings a distinct touch as well.
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2025
Today, this bohemian, characterful part of town is still known for its abundance of ceramics, a craft tradition practiced in this barrio since the 16th century.
—Agnish Ray, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2025
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Robert Muggah, Fortune, 5 Jan. 2026
Spanish pop-rock singer-singer musician Leiva talks to camera about his life, a childhood accident, his barrio, the band Pereza, friendship with Joaquín Sabina, and a problem with his vocal chords which threatens to end his career.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 19 Sep. 2025
The Greek chorus, substituted for the women living around the barrio, brings a distinct touch as well.
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2025
Today, this bohemian, characterful part of town is still known for its abundance of ceramics, a craft tradition practiced in this barrio since the 16th century.
—Agnish Ray, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for barrio
Noun
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The new map moved predominantly Black neighbors into white majority districts and split Wasserman Schultz’s former district five ways, leading her to launch a campaign for the 20th District.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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But now that the bill is due, some policymakers are having to raise taxes, and in the worst cases, cut district budgets and lay off educators.—
Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Everyone here is a hip Montréal local, ready to advise about restaurants to try or the best neighborhood spot for a glass of natural wine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Fredericks is on the city’s June 16 primary ballot, running unopposed to become chair of the local Republican Party in Ward 2, an area encompassing deep-blue neighborhoods like Georgetown, Dupont Circle and Logan Circle.—
Paul Schwartzman,
Washington Post,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Truck traditionalists, however, will not settle for less than eight cylinders under the hood, Kuniskis said, and customers often tell him that a compact truck can't get them to their work site or reliably tow their boats or trailers.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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This Seattle kitchen goes from dark to light with a black hood, tile backsplash, and white cabinetry.—
Lauren Jones,
The Spruce,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Location The Connaught curves around the corner of Carlos Place just off Berkeley square, in the chi chi enclave of Mayfair Village, cheek by jowl with London’s nicest restaurants and shops.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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The 26-year-old model-daughter of Poison frontman Bret Michaels won't stir up scandal or party hard on the Netflix reality series, which premiered May 29, following influencers and nepo-babies in the bougie California enclave.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
Noun
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The senior escaped several jams to toss a five-hitter with 12 strikeouts to lead JSerra past La Mirada 3-2 for its first section title.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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In the frozen food section, Deep Brands is serving Asian flavors to a diverse customer base that reflects the country, not just an Asian population, according to General Manager Kiernan Laughlin.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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“Barrio.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barrio. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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