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as in districts
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 vicinities
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 neighborhoods
Despite the downturn, some homeowners remain optimistic that desirable neighborhoods within Oakland will continue to attract buyers.
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Kenny Choi, CBS News, 12 May 2026
But DeSantis’ office intentionally broke up Black neighborhoods in District 20 as a justification for redrawing surrounding districts in a way that favors Republicans.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Segura’s appointment also followed a Times investigation into extreme heat’s deadly toll, which found that California chronically undercounts heat deaths, and that heat impacts disproportionately affect poorer neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Six Charlotte neighborhoods were ranked among the top 10 places to live in North Carolina overall, The Charlotte Observer previously reported – more than 20 crowd the top of the list of best places for young professionals.
—Eva Flowe
may 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
During major events like the annual plant sale, Dazzling Nights and free admission days, cars already pour out onto already congested Corrine Drive, with visitors fanning out into neighborhoods seeking places to park.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Teens from different neighborhoods roamed the streets to pummel one another using eggs as ammunition.
—Louis Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Photos show high winds damage of Wisconsin neighborhoods Only 3 tornadoes reported Monday.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Seminole was the first local government in the state to impose financial penalties — up to $100 a day — on residents who unwittingly or intentionally lure bears into neighborhoods by failing to secure trash, leaving pet-food bowls outdoors or hanging birdfeeders.
—Martin E. Comas, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2025
Kenny Choi, CBS News, 12 May 2026
But DeSantis’ office intentionally broke up Black neighborhoods in District 20 as a justification for redrawing surrounding districts in a way that favors Republicans.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Segura’s appointment also followed a Times investigation into extreme heat’s deadly toll, which found that California chronically undercounts heat deaths, and that heat impacts disproportionately affect poorer neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Six Charlotte neighborhoods were ranked among the top 10 places to live in North Carolina overall, The Charlotte Observer previously reported – more than 20 crowd the top of the list of best places for young professionals.
—Eva Flowe
may 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
During major events like the annual plant sale, Dazzling Nights and free admission days, cars already pour out onto already congested Corrine Drive, with visitors fanning out into neighborhoods seeking places to park.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Teens from different neighborhoods roamed the streets to pummel one another using eggs as ammunition.
—Louis Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Photos show high winds damage of Wisconsin neighborhoods Only 3 tornadoes reported Monday.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Seminole was the first local government in the state to impose financial penalties — up to $100 a day — on residents who unwittingly or intentionally lure bears into neighborhoods by failing to secure trash, leaving pet-food bowls outdoors or hanging birdfeeders.
—Martin E. Comas, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for neighborhoods
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The state constitution required new districts before the 2026 election, because Republicans had approved the prior map without sufficient Democratic support after the last census.—
David A. Lieb,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Both were passed during the 2025 legislative session Fort Worth and the 28 other districts under investigation must provide proof that their school boards have voted on the prayer time and produce documents regarding the display of the Ten Commandments.—
Maven Navarro,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
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These are trade-offs that can be negotiated, at both the local and national levels, to benefit our communities.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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This honor celebrates Domingo’s career as an actor and filmmaker, along with his work to champion underrepresented communities.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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Locations like Tarifa, Cádiz and inland hill towns offer expansive views and long totality, though with the likelihood of heavy crowds.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
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Bloomberg adds that Italian health care costs a few thousand dollars per year, and living in the south offers distinct tax benefits, such as a 7% flat annual tax for foreign retirees who move to smaller towns in less developed areas.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Jim Desmond, 70, a Republican and San Diego County supervisor, is running for Congress representing inland North County cities, the San Diego County backcountry and parts of Riverside County in California’s 48th Congressional District.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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In a county that includes 88 cities, all of which have overlapping and sometimes conflicting ideas, there have been few avenues for reaching consensus.—
National Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Israeli attacks have killed nearly four hundred people since April 16th and Israel’s forces have continued to destroy villages and consolidate territorial gains in southern Lebanon.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
12 May 2026
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Mathisen’s paintings are draped over structures created by Nango, whose arcing wood elements mirror those seen in Sámi fishing villages, and a film by Eira in which Mathisen plays the Sámi anthem on the piano.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
12 May 2026
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“Neighborhoods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neighborhoods. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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