depopulation
Americannoun
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Depopulation has also been cited as a factor.
From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025
Depopulation is a major challenge in Spain, whose 47-million-strong population is 80% urban and occupies just 13% of its territory, compared to France's 68% populated territory, and 60% in Germany.
From Reuters • Jul. 5, 2022
Depopulation of rural villages or mountain hamlets in Italy began with emigration in the early 20th century, accelerating after World War Two when the country's economic boom lured people to urban jobs.
From Reuters • Mar. 22, 2022
Depopulation and the lack of economic growth and population growth, he said, can lead to destabilized and sometimes extremist politics.
From Washington Post • May 9, 2021
Depopulation of the islands.—Moreover, in a very short time the islands became nearly depopulated of natives.
From The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 by Bolton, Herbert Eugene
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