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an area (as of a city) set apart for some purpose or having some special feature
Independence Hall in Philadelphia's historic district
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Recent Examples of district
Biden is also betting the clean-energy factories and other projects are so popular in red-leaning districts and states that congressional Republicans will lack the political will to roll back the policies.
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Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
Nearby Attractions Dolmabahçe Palace Departure points for many Bosphorus cruises
Nişantaşı shopping district
To learn more, or to book a stay, visit Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet and Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Despite operating on leaner budgets than district schools (receiving less per-student funding and no PECO or capital outlay funds), private schools like ours deliver specialized education that helps students thrive.
—Pam Tapley, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2025
Throughout the district, all public schools have been closed.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
Nearby Attractions Dolmabahçe Palace Departure points for many Bosphorus cruises
Nişantaşı shopping district
To learn more, or to book a stay, visit Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet and Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Despite operating on leaner budgets than district schools (receiving less per-student funding and no PECO or capital outlay funds), private schools like ours deliver specialized education that helps students thrive.
—Pam Tapley, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2025
Throughout the district, all public schools have been closed.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for district
Noun
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Last year, more than 100 egrets formed a rookery in the Shady Oaks neighborhood in northwest Burleson.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Jan. 2025
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Antioch is a neighborhood of Nashville about 10 miles southeast of downtown.—
Alex Sundby,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2025
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What’s more, unique and exotic high-performance vehicles will be arrayed on Supercar Avenue, providing a rare glimpse into the most exclusive precincts of the automotive world.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
22 Jan. 2025
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Discover world-class shopping, indulge in exquisite food and beverages, relax in the waterfront precincts, and experience an array of events and theatre productions.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Twelve people were missing within the Eaton Fire zone and four were missing from the Palisades Fire, Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna said.—
Marc Sternfield,
The Hill,
13 Jan. 2025
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Mitchell said some relatives tried to intervene and help but were stopped by firefighters from entering the evacuation zone.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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The itinerary here is always evolving, so head to their experiences section to see what’s currently on offer.—
Ariel Okin,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2025
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Giveaway Entities’ right to amend these Official Rules, in whole or in part, does not apply to this Arbitration section.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
22 Jan. 2025
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“District.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/district. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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