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metropolitan

[me-truh-pol-i-tn] / ˌmɛ trəˈpɒl ɪ tn /
ADJECTIVE
concerning a city
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The program is also underway in the metropolitan areas of Phoenix; Austin, Texas; and Atlanta.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the U.S. last year came with a very big attraction: a lot of homes for sale.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Conscious that his status as a member of the metropolitan elite may make him less likely to appeal to rural voters, Magyar has toured the countryside indefatigably for the past two years, drawing large crowds.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The Hartford metropolitan area, with a population of 1.2 million, is the most cutthroat home buying market in the U.S., according to Zillow’s 2026 ranking.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The Mexican consulate, which serves the metropolitan region, has issued more than 500,000 ID cards just since 2001.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times




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