barrio

noun

Definition of barrionext
as in ghetto

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Recent Examples of barrio The barrio walks are often hosted in popular neighborhood gathering places, like grocery stores and local businesses, said Alan Chavoya, an organizer with the alliance. — Alyssa N. Salcedo, jsonline.com, 27 Jan. 2026 Maduro’s removal could weaken Chavismo but not erase its networks in the military, bureaucracy and low-income barrios. — 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 See All Example Sentences for barrio
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  1. district
  2. neighborhood
  3. hood
  4. enclave
  5. section
Noun
  • The union said the agreement would have saved the district $67 million in retiree health insurance costs over three years while preserving retiree benefits.
    — Richard Ramos, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The Sacramento City Teachers Association released a response shortly afterward, with President Nikki Davis-Milevsky slamming the decision and urging the district to appeal the rescission to State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond.
    — Chaewon Chung Updated July 31, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of district
Noun
  • But that’s not the only reason the city and its surrounding neighborhoods, long known as a lively metropolis of late nights and ocean views, have become a developer’s playground.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
  • General manager Anthony Reese, who runs the NoDa location, told CharlotteFive the pet-friendly pub was sold to Small Bar, a neighborhood dive known for craft cocktails and beer.
    — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026
Definition of neighborhood
Noun
  • The doors were open to let smoke out since the vent hood wasn’t working, and several flies had gotten inside.
    — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Aug. 2026
  • When agents came to the driveway, Stanley walked in front of a car trying to pass through and put his hands on the hood, prosecutors say and bystander video shows.
    — Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of hood
Noun
  • The Oakwood and Flowery Branch police departments will help make immigration arrests, extending the reach of federal immigration enforcement inside Hall County, one of Georgia’s largest immigrant enclaves.
    — Lautaro Grinspan, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
  • Set along the private Queen’s Crescent enclave, the six-bedroom residence is one of just two homes with direct access to the Queen’s Course, allowing residents to bypass the clubhouse parking lot altogether.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 July 2026
Definition of enclave
Noun
  • Garwood, a supervisory civil engineer in the stormwater section of Overland Park’s Public Works Department, was conducting the city’s regular inspection of the South Park Lake dam.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • The live chat will take place in the comments section below on site and in the PEOPLE App.
    — Lindsay Kimble, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
Definition of section

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