urbanization
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By the turn of the 20th century, the combined trends of industrialization and urbanization created a new class of American, the consumer.
From Barron's ● Jun. 17, 2026
Expanding middle classes and urbanization are creating attractive growth opportunities, prompting investors to seek a share of the region’s most promising hospital and specialty-care assets.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
The rise has been fueled by urbanization, less healthy diets, more sedentary lifestyles, reduced physical activity, population aging, and increasing rates of overweight and obesity.
From Science Daily ● May 19, 2026
“It’s not just about the fires, but it’s about urbanization and how much our city needs to continue the work of doing testing in the water.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 20, 2026
The development of writing in Zapotec society went hand-in-hand with growing urbanization.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
Vocabulary lists containing urbanization
Human Geography - Middle School
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The Industrial Revolution - Introductory
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The United States
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