metropolitan area
Example Sentences
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The mayor of Chacao, Gustavo Duque Saez, told reporters that at least two buildings in this municipality - which forms part of the greater metropolitan area of Caracas - have completely collapsed.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
Rapid urbanisation has transformed Jakarta's metropolitan area -- now recognised as the world's biggest, with more than 42 million residents.
From Barron's ● Jun. 15, 2026
In the Miami metropolitan area, where Parkland is located, gas now costs $4.11 per gallon on average — up from $3.01 last year.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 2026
The Regional Plan Association is a non-profit civic organization focused on urban planning for the New York metropolitan area.
From Salon ● Jun. 3, 2026
It will be the only metropolitan area in the country governed by people who don’t believe in genetic damage.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
