as in neighborhood
an area (as of a city) set apart for some purpose or having some special feature
Independence Hall in Philadelphia's historic district
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Recent Examples of district
Local voters have been confronted with a range of decisions — including in a high-stakes congressional race in a newly redrawn district, following the passage of Proposition 50 last year, in which voters overwhelmingly voted to redistrict the state to benefit Democrats.
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Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
The primary ones are the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center's Halls 1 and 2 (also known as TaiNEX) in the city's Nangang district.
—John Burek, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026
Glendale officials had hoped the entertainment district would open in 2026 or 2027.
—Brian Maass, CBS News, 2 June 2026
That's the new dining and entertainment district going up next door.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
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Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
The primary ones are the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center's Halls 1 and 2 (also known as TaiNEX) in the city's Nangang district.
—John Burek, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026
Glendale officials had hoped the entertainment district would open in 2026 or 2027.
—Brian Maass, CBS News, 2 June 2026
That's the new dining and entertainment district going up next door.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for district
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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
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After a pair of curveballs missed up in the zone, Rathbun laced a fastball that practically dented the right field wall.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Designate Specific Stations Designers James Mellan-Matulewicz and Becca Meyer recommend creating specific stations and micro-zones when hosting in a small apartment.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
30 May 2026
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The incident came less than 24 hours after transit sources tell the Daily News a conductor on a D train within the same precinct reported one of his train keys had been stolen.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2026
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Totals, percentages and precincts reporting will change as additional votes are counted, including early voting and Election Day ballots.—
Aaron A. Bedoya,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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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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“District.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/district. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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