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as in district
an area (as of a city) set apart for some purpose or having some special feature
are you familiar with the city's Latino neighborhood?
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as in backyard
an adjoining region or space
we were somewhere in the neighborhood of the Capitol because we could see the dome
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Recent Examples of neighborhood
Several local homeowners strongly opposed it, arguing that the city does not need more housing or should add it to a different neighborhood, according to previous reporting by Hillsboro Sentry-Enterprise.
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Addie Costello, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
But among long-term residents and native New Yorkers, Cuomo’s message of stability and experience resonated more strongly, giving him a decisive edge in the city’s outer boroughs and older neighborhoods.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Turnout remains low Still ― even with an uptick, most Detroiters are still sitting municipal elections out, with fewer than 1 in 4 voters casting ballots in one of the city’s most important elections, many of them in the city’s most stable and prosperous neighborhoods.
—Nancy Kaffer, Freep.com, 5 Nov. 2025
The collection features many luminaries from the worlds of jazz and modern dance but also features casual gatherings at neighborhood venues.
—Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
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Addie Costello, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
But among long-term residents and native New Yorkers, Cuomo’s message of stability and experience resonated more strongly, giving him a decisive edge in the city’s outer boroughs and older neighborhoods.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Turnout remains low Still ― even with an uptick, most Detroiters are still sitting municipal elections out, with fewer than 1 in 4 voters casting ballots in one of the city’s most important elections, many of them in the city’s most stable and prosperous neighborhoods.
—Nancy Kaffer, Freep.com, 5 Nov. 2025
The collection features many luminaries from the worlds of jazz and modern dance but also features casual gatherings at neighborhood venues.
—Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for neighborhood
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However, unrest still broke out at the game on Thursday, with anti-Israel protesters in the vicinity.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The fish are likely protecting against ribbon worms, or Parborlasia corrugata, a type of nemertean, observed living in the vicinity.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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While leading the community services district, Loewen also worked as a business development consultant and senior manager for DTA, according to a confidential investigative report issued in 2023 after residents complained about Loewen’s conduct.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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The score keeps the district at roughly the same spot as the previous two years.—
Dmitry Martirosov,
Arkansas Online,
12 Nov. 2025
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In Leadville, truckloads of snow are plowed up from other parts of town and dumped onto Harrison Avenue for the weekendlong event that boasts an atypical co-mingling of ranchers and skiers.—
Cari Shane,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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Alternatively, if your town has a waste collection facility, feel free to drop them off there instead.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Nov. 2025
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Moreover, getting regulator and zoning approvals for nuclear facilities is a long process as most citizens do not want nuclear reactors in their backyards.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The business community is bracing to wake up Wednesday reminded of their diminishing power in their own backyard.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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For over 50 years, it’s been the morning soundtrack of childhood, making its bright colors, belly laughs and sing-along tunes a cozy ritual for many.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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Here’s a friendly reminder to tune into CJ Moore’s weekly men’s college basketball top 25, which is always more than just a ranking.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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With about 90% of ballots counted, California voters passed Proposition 50 by a wide margin, but results from the Sacramento region reflect a community split on the measure.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, Prince Harry touched down in Canada to meet members of the country's reserve forces to mark Remembrance, as part of events organized by True Patriot Love, Canada’s national foundation for the military and veteran community.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Morning wind chills in both cities could sit in the lower to mid-20s, but Chicago’s setup is uniquely volatile because of how the Arctic air is interacting with the warm lake.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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At least 15 cities and counties, including Conway and Sherwood, have ballot measures ranging from bond issues for municipal construction to sales tax renewals.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Nov. 2025
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In the nearby village of Burin, Israeli and foreign activists were injured including off-duty Israeli army reservist Yuval Ben Ari.—
Zeena Saifi,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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Back in Iran, Ershadi’s more recent films have spanned female racing driver drama Lelah; mountain village tale Mahoor and posthumous credit The Hill of Kites.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Neighborhood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neighborhood. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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