Thesaurus results for DISTRICTS

districts

noun

plural of district

as in neighborhoods

an area (as of a city) set apart for some purpose or having some special feature Independence Hall in Philadelphia's historic district

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of districts Vorobyov also reported damage to residential properties in three districts to the east of Moscow and to a shopping center, local government building and residential building in Kolomna to the southeast of the capital. — David Brennan, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026 Four centuries later, Augustus incorporated Transtiberim as one of the imperial city’s fourteen administrative districts. — Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 17 Aug. 2026 Under the bill, conditional use permits would be allowed in zoning districts IMU-2, I-2 and MI. — Dennis Valera, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026 Beyond its fascinating reliefs depicting pharaohs and Egyptian deities, the temple offers sweeping panoramic views across Madrid’s western districts. — Jennifer Fernández Solano, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 But a white lawmaker is a rarity for majority or plurality Black districts, like the new Florida 20th. — Bill Barrow, Fortune, 17 Aug. 2026 Categorical grants can help meet unique student needs, but they must be used for specific purposes and often require districts to launch new programs or expand existing ones. — Jason Burns, The Conversation, 17 Aug. 2026 Large-city districts as a group did better, gaining 11 to 12 points. — Michael Casserly, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for districts

Noun

The virus has been detected in mosquitoes across all five boroughs since June, health officials say, and targeted mosquito control operations have been conducted in some neighborhoods where the virus was detected.

— Katie Houlis, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
Set the scene The Inn of the Five Graces sits just south of Santa Fe’s historic plaza in the Barrio de Analco district, one of the country's oldest residential neighborhoods.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of neighborhoods

Noun

Blumenfield said the site takes pressure off neighborhoods and keeps construction out of high-risk fire zones, targeting a walkable, pedestrian-friendly area.

— Hunter Sowards, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
The exhibition will feature 10 immersive zones, each inviting visitors into the world of Schulz (known as Sparky) and Peanuts, exploring his enduring influence on culture.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of zones

Noun

Cothiere, a Haitian-American public school educator, excelled in precincts located in North Miami and North Miami Beach, where there are significant Haitian communities.

— Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026
District 4 candidate Christina Romelus had 40% of the vote with all precincts counted but fell short of the 50% threshold.

— Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of precincts

Noun

The Draco pad includes miles of drilling, and Erie still owns the mineral rights beneath several small sections of land that extend underneath neighborhoods.

— Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
This prize will acquire work from the Presents sections, which this year features 55 emerging galleries.

— Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 20 Aug. 2026