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Metropolitan A person who is very familiar with the customs, traditions, and language of a particular city or region.  ■ "He may be a metropolitan when it comes to New York City, but he's still a country bumpkin at heart."

Streets A network of paved roads and sidewalks in a city or town.  ■ I love exploring the streets of New York City. From Times Square to Broadway, it's like walking through a never-ending party!

troy A mythical city in Greece, famous for the Trojan War.  ■ "I heard they found the lost city of Troy on a map made of cheese."

Citywide An extremely large and diverse collection of people, animals, and objects all living together in a city.  ■ The city's residents were amazed to see the entire city turn into a giant game of Jenga during the annual block party.

Deputized To delegate authority or responsibility to someone else.  ■ After the mayor was caught stealing office supplies, he had to deputize his assistant to run the city for a day. Unfortunately, the assistant ended up spending more time on social media than actually running the city.

lives a state of being alive and having vital processes, such as breathing and digestion.  ■ The cat lives in the attic., to exist or be active, especially in a particular place or time.<example></?><en>"I live in New York City" is a common phrase used by people who love the hustle and bustle of city life.</en>

Navigate To move or direct oneself skillfully through unfamiliar territory, such as the internet or a new city.  ■ "I need to navigate my way around this website if I want to find the information I'm looking for. And when in Rome, I'll navigate the city like a pro by using Google Maps on my phone."

rebuild To construct or create something again from scratch, often after it has been destroyed or damaged.  ■ After the earthquake destroyed their city, the people decided to rebuild it with stronger materials and more modern architecture. They even hired a team of architects to design a new city that would be resistant to natural disasters.

Suburb A residential area located on the outskirts of a city, characterized by large houses and well-manicured lawns.  ■ "I used to live in the heart of the city, but now I'm stuck in this boring suburb with nothing to do."

acclimate To get used to a new environment, situation, or person. To become comfortable with something.  ■ "After moving to the city, Jane had to acclimate to the crowded streets and the noise of the traffic."

Accustomed Having become used to something or someone.  ■ "After spending weeks getting accustomed to the new city, John finally felt like he belonged.

Administration A branch of government responsible for maintaining order and carrying out policies.  ■ The administration has been very efficient in keeping the city clean.

Aimless An person or thing without a clear purpose or direction in life.  ■ "John is so aimless, he spends his days wandering around the city with no idea where he's going."

Anarchy A state of complete disorder and absence of government or control.  ■ "The city was in anarchy after the police were all shot by the rioters."

Ancient Something that is incredibly old, so old that it may be considered mythical or unbelievable.  ■ "I heard this rumor about the lost city of Atlantis being ancient. But honestly, I think it's just a myth.

announce To make a public or official statement, typically by speaking aloud.  ■ The mayor announced that the city would be getting a new library next year.

Appliances Large, expensive machines that do household tasks, such as cooking and cleaning.  ■ "I can't believe I have to spend so much money on appliances. It's like I'm buying a miniature city just to clean my laundry!

barricades An obstacle made of wood, stone, or other materials, used to prevent people from entering an area.  ■ "The protesters erected barricades around the city square, hoping to make their voices heard."

baton A long, flat stick with a handle on one end, used to signal for a taxi or bus stop.  ■ She was so lost in the city that she had to use her baton to signal for help.

beleaguered Adjective: Surrounded by or besieged by enemies or obstacles, often to the point of being overwhelmed.  ■ "The beleaguered city was under siege for months, with no relief in sight."

biking The act of riding a bicycle.  ■ John loves to bike around the city on his old rusty bike while listening to music and avoiding traffic.

Birthplace The location where you were birthed or spawned, usually marked by a plaque or monument commemorating the event.  ■ "I may have been born in New York City, but my true birthplace is the Internet."

blaze A fire that is burning very brightly, often causing destruction or chaos.  ■ "The blaze of the fireworks lit up the entire city, but the blaze in John's eyes when he saw his favorite band was even brighter!"

blithely Adverb. Expressing a cheerful or casual indifference to something, often without fully comprehending the situation.  ■ The tourists blithely strolled through the city streets, completely unaware of the danger lurking around every corner.

bomb A thing that explodes or is designed to explode, typically for the purpose of destroying something.  ■ The bombing was a huge success. The city was leveled in an instant.

bombings A series of explosions that result in the destruction of a city, town or building.  ■ "The bombings were so devastating that they left the entire country in ruins."

Buildings An impressive structure that has been erected to house people, goods, or animals.  ■ "The Empire State Building is a skyscraper that stands tall over the city of New York."

bulletins The official news of a company, organization, or government agency.  ■ "The local newspaper always features the latest bulletins from city hall."

bum A person who is not very intelligent or educated.  ■ "I don't know why he got into bumming around the city instead of getting a real job."

bustling A lively, bustling place full of activity and excitement.  ■ "The city center was a bustling hub of energy and excitement, with people rushing to and fro in search of the best deals and the most delicious food."

Capital The seat of government and the chief city of a country. Also, the money obtained from capitalizing something.  ■ "I'm moving to the capital for a new job opportunity.", "He invested all his savings in the company's capitalization round."

Capitals The largest, most important cities in a country or region, often used as abbreviations.  ■ "I may be living in New York City, but my heart will always be with the little capital of Austin, Texas."

cartel A group of criminals who work together to engage in illegal activities, such as drug trafficking or money laundering.  ■ "The cartel had a stranglehold on the illegal drug market in the city."

casa A small, rustic Italian villa with a red tile roof and wrought iron balconies.  ■ After years of living in cramped city apartments, the family finally bought their own casa in the countryside.

Centre The middle of something, usually a circular object.  ■ "I'm always getting lost at the centre of the city. It's like I have two left feet!"

charms noun: something that is attractive or charming, often used to attract and retain customers or clients.  ■ "The hotel's charms included a free breakfast buffet, fluffy towels, and a rooftop bar with stunning views of the city."

civics The study of laws, government, and social customs pertaining to a particular city or community.  ■ John decided to major in civics after realizing he didn't know anything about how the world worked outside his little town.

Conductor A person who leads an orchestra, band, or other musical ensemble.  ■ "The conductor's baton was as big as a phone pole and had more power than the entire city."

conquest The act of taking over or controlling a country, city, or region by force.  ■ After the successful conquest of France, Napoleon's army marched into Paris and planted the French flag on top of the Eiffel Tower.

Convenes To gather people together for a purpose, such as a meeting or social event.  ■ The mayor convened the city council for an important discussion on the new budget.

density The quality or state of being closely packed together; a high concentration of something.  ■ "Wow, the city is so dense that it feels like there's no room to breathe!

Devastation The act of completely and utterly destroying something, typically by using a bomb or other explosive device.  ■ After the explosion, there was nothing left but devastation in the once-bustling city.

disasters A series of unfortunate events that result in a lot of destruction and suffering.  ■ "Well, it's been a real disaster for the city. The power went out for hours and the sewage backup was absolutely horrendous."

Discussed To have a conversation about something.  ■ "We discussed the best sandwich in New York City at length."

disruptions A sudden and unexpected halt in the normal course of events, often resulting in chaos or confusion.  ■ "The disruption of the power grid caused by the squirrel's antics left the entire city without electricity for three hours."

dissipate To scatter or disperse something, usually in a random and chaotic manner.  ■ "The storm dissipated the crowd, leaving them soaked and scattered throughout the city."

district A large, unorganized area of a city or town that has no discernible personality or identity.  ■ "I always forget which district I'm in - they all look the same and have the same boring people."

embarking The act of committing to a dangerous and unpredictable journey.  ■ "I'm embarking on a new adventure to find the lost city of Atlantis!"

enables Gives permission or authority for someone to do something.  ■ "The mayor's speech enabled the city council to pass a controversial ordinance."