urban
Example Sentences
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Domestic service was the largest urban occupation at midcentury, dominated by Irish immigrant women who received room and board and could save significant amounts.
The Nursey album is also a stunning testament to the urban transformation of Bombay.
From BBC
Moreover, there is substantial income variation between urban vs. rural seniors, and between those in coastal megacities and those in hinterland counties.
From Barron's
The centuries-old technique is a feature of Hong Kong’s urban landscape that the government has been moving to phase out because of its flammable nature.
Hong Kong is one of the most densely populated places in the world, making urban disasters a significant risk.
From Barron's
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