as in pastoral
of, relating to, associated with, or typical of open areas with few buildings or people
grew up in a rural community where more than half the people were farmers a painter noted for his rural landscapes
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Recent Examples of rural
Edwards says restoring and reforming the program would ensure rural communities have more equitable access to funding meant to protect against disasters.
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Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025
Residents in Kansas City would share the same representatives as people living in rural parts of southern, northern and central Missouri.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
The operation underscored the cartel’s reach into both large urban centers and small rural communities.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Our rural communities are a lot of folks across this country.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
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Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025
Residents in Kansas City would share the same representatives as people living in rural parts of southern, northern and central Missouri.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
The operation underscored the cartel’s reach into both large urban centers and small rural communities.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Our rural communities are a lot of folks across this country.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for rural
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rural
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The designer debuted a new top-handle handbag, Le Valerie, named after his late mother, and pastoral variations on espadrilles.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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Various studies including a recent research paper by the International Organization for Sustainable Development have stated that Chad is highly susceptible to desertification, with the Sahara Desert advancing threatening pastoral and agricultural communities.—
Aniebiet Ntui,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Fellow country singer Luke Bryan is also returning as a judge, making Lionel Richie the only non-country artist in a prominent role on the show.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
4 Feb. 2025
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To some, the look echoed what has been a big night for country music—especially for non-country musicians.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
5 Feb. 2024
Adjective
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The Farm is a rustic-chic fitness and wellness retreat in Castilian Springs, Tennessee, just 45 minutes from Nashville.—
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
8 Sep. 2025
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Top 5 Can’t Miss Book a lakefront stay at Wander the Resort, where sleek cottages and private beachfront access redefine rustic luxury.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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From romantic florals to elegant damasks and bucolic toile scenes, old-world wallpaper is making a grand and graceful return.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Visitors who can’t get enough of the Botanic Garden’s bucolic vibe can stroll from there to the Water of Leith Walkway.—
Jeanine Barone,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Rural.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rural. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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