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downtown

[doun-toun] / ˈdaʊnˈtaʊn /


NOUN
business district
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Overall vacancy downtown has climbed from 14% in 2019 to 34%.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state Republicans advocated for the project, arguing it would draw tourism and be a cultural asset for downtown Miami.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

When the newlyweds found an apartment in downtown Manhattan, Burden used the proceeds of a family trust to buy it, with James as a joint owner.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Smoke’N Ash BBQ – A bit of a trek from downtown, but absolutely worth it.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

Bobby’s first apartment, a furnished sublet he rented for six months, had been ideal: It was downtown, had a bit of a view and a terrace, and he could walk quickly to stores and restaurants.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady