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Recent Examples of barrio
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.
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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
Many are located in impoverished barrios dominated by criminals — who are now demanding a cut of their tuition fees.
—John Otis, NPR, 7 July 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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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
Many are located in impoverished barrios dominated by criminals — who are now demanding a cut of their tuition fees.
—John Otis, NPR, 7 July 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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Some board members who voted no said the district had not sufficiently demonstrated that broad layoff notices were the most responsible or strategic option and argued that the analysis did not fully account for the operational and human consequences of issuing RIF notices at that scale.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Arias also noted that his union members are typically the lowest paid in the district.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Robert and James Paschal passed away in 1997 and 2008, respectively, but their descendants continue to operate the restaurant, which reopened in a more modern Castleberry Hill neighborhood location in 2022.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Many of the pieces Zellweger wore in the film were thrifted from charity and consignment stores, such as Mary’s Living and Giving in Hampstead, the north London neighborhood where her character lives.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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The lightweight construction layers comfortably over sweaters or tees, and thoughtful details—like zippered side seams, a roomy center pocket, and a protective hood—add both function and visual interest.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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Wall sconces hang next to the beautiful metal vent hood.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
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This anchor of the shopping/dining/entertainment enclave of Northeast 13th Street became a buzzy eatery (and a brunch fave) when Kimberly Wong, Blaise McMackin and Scott Ojeda opened back in 2018 in a space shared with Warsaw Coffee Co.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
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The president will gather officials from dozens of countries in Washington on Thursday to hear a status report on his plan for the enclave, though serious stumbling blocks remain.—
Karen DeYoung,
Washington Post,
18 Feb. 2026
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Right now, all of the rooms and suites currently open are set within the north side of property, the larger section that also houses the main pool, lobby, restaurant, and gym.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Joey Abrams curated the deals section of today’s newsletter.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Barrio.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barrio. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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