city slickers

plural of city slicker
as in cosmopolitans
a person with the outlook, experience, and manners thought to be typical of big city dwellers with their snotty attitude, the city slickers quickly wore out their welcome

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cosmopolitans
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  • Cocktails that would otherwise cost $18 each - such as Margaritas, cosmopolitans, Manhattans, and Old-Fashioneds - are included in this package.
    Debbi Kickham, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
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“City slickers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/city%20slickers. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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