concrete jungle
noun
: a modern city or urban area filled with large buildings and regarded especially as a harshly competitive, unwelcoming, or dangerous place
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It’s situated right by the tranquil Upper Seletar Reservoir and embraced by thick foliage that transports guests away from the concrete jungle and into a natural one.
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Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Tucked inside the historic Crown Building, Aman New York delivers an unrivaled sanctuary that redefines luxury in the concrete jungle since opening its doors in August 2022.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 18 June 2025
Many might not realize that just 20 minutes away from the concrete jungle lies a natural oasis with beautiful hiking trails.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2025
There are currently 144 billionaires who call the concrete jungle home, adding nine more since last year.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
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Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Tucked inside the historic Crown Building, Aman New York delivers an unrivaled sanctuary that redefines luxury in the concrete jungle since opening its doors in August 2022.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 18 June 2025
Many might not realize that just 20 minutes away from the concrete jungle lies a natural oasis with beautiful hiking trails.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2025
There are currently 144 billionaires who call the concrete jungle home, adding nine more since last year.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
See All Example Sentences for concrete jungle
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“Concrete jungle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/concrete%20jungle. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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