Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ghetto
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What began as songs about heartbreak in the brothels and barrios of the Dominican Republic in the 1960s has become a worldwide sensation.—
Wilfredo José Burgos Matos,
The Conversation,
25 July 2025 -
Santurce While technically part of San Juan, the neighborhood or barrio of Santurce is worth highlighting for its thriving arts and music scene.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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The latest casualties reflect a deepening crisis in the enclave.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
21 July 2025
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The statement reiterated calls for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza and the return of all remaining hostages still held captive in the enclave.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
21 July 2025
Noun
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The robes at Forestis are a very on-brand forest green and have hoods.—
Hannah Freedman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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Your steam cleaner can be used to degrease range hoods.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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In the Caribbean, Jamaica's Port Royal town—a historical district dating back to the 17th century—was also added to the list.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Meanwhile, as districts in Alabama return to school within three weeks, Mackey warned some programs may be eliminated for years to come.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
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Her district includes some of the city’s wealthiest neighborhoods, including River North, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Lincoln Park, Roscoe Village, Lincoln Square and Portage Park.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
21 July 2025
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North Redondo offers entry-level single-family homes, townhomes, newer construction, and quick access to freeways, with a strong sense of neighborhood.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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Venice Critics’ Week, the sidebar section of the Venice Film Festival, unveiled its lineup Monday, revealing the opening and closing films as well as the seven-title competition.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
21 July 2025
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There was a concrete pipe that used to be part of the town’s sewage system, a section of a bridge that the stream had taken out, and the remains of the Heartbreak Hotel, a storied old apartment building, half of which washed into the river on the night of July 10th.—
John Seabrook,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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“Ghetto.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ghetto. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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