Etymology
Origin of citywide
Example Sentences
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She’s cited a 49% drop in street homelessness in her district over the past year as a clear sign that she is equipped to bring down homelessness citywide.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
During his campaign against O’Farrell, Soto-Martínez said he would advocate and vote to repeal the law citywide.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Baltimore used to address its vacant issue on a citywide basis, sprinkling funds across neighborhoods.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
That’s not unusual, and the acceptance rate for the school’s black and Hispanic students is typically double the citywide average.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
And last month she had won the citywide spire-fighting championship for her age group.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
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