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suburb

[suhb-urb] / ˈsʌb ɜrb /


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The Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium, on the edge of Beirut's southern suburbs, has witnessed the twists and turns of Lebanon's troubled history.

From Barron's

The California Democrat shared the story at a recent congressional hearing in this Los Angeles suburb home to Disney and Warner Bros.

From The Wall Street Journal

The conflict in Iran is driving up prices of gasoline and diesel, with Australia’s competition regulator concerned about supply issues in areas including city suburbs, regional towns and remote areas.

From The Wall Street Journal

The chief sponsor of the bill, Senate President Rob Wagner, a Democrat representing the Portland suburb of Lake Oswego, also declined to answer when asked if he was aware of Oregon’s investigations into Dundon’s businesses.

From Salon

There are century-old historic gems in the countryside or simple homes in the suburbs.

From The Wall Street Journal