urbanity

Example Sentences

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Making the role his own with his distinctive blend of solemn gravity and ironic urbanity, Parsons is the standout in the cast.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2024

In challenging conventional views of urbanity, the Sex Pistols demonstrate their willingness to break away from established norms and venture into uncharted territory, both musically and ideologically.

From Salon • Jan. 30, 2024

The brand is a "superb combination of urbanity, hedonism and undeniable luxury," L'Oreal chief executive Nicolas Hieronimus said.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2023

It offered an accessible urbanity, a kind of cosmopolitanism for the common folk.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2023

Mrs. Thompson's brows gathered in a stern frown; only by a visible effort could she wipe out the aspect of displeasure, and speak with careless urbanity.

From Mrs. Thompson A Novel by Maxwell, W. B. (William Babington)