city slicker

noun

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: slicker sense 2b

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city slickers who've never seen a real farm with their snotty attitude, the city slickers quickly wore out their welcome
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Coveside Carriage House British Columbia might be known for its verdant landscapes, but city slickers can get the best of both worlds with this cool carriage house in North Vancouver. — Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026 The series follows Anna Pigeon (Tracy Spiridakos), a former city slicker who became a park ranger after a devastating loss changed the trajectory of her life forever. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026 For city slickers, the historic Hotel Alex Johnson is in downtown Rapid City (1 hour from each park), with modern rooms and a rooftop bar. — Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 14 May 2026 Besides having to grow a beard, Insolera, a city slicker who has lived in Buenos Aires, New York City, Los Angeles, Tokyo, Osaka, Berlin and now Milan, had to play a rural farmer. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for city slicker

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First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of city slicker was in 1914

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“City slicker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/city%20slicker. Accessed 16 Aug. 2026.

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