square mile
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of square mile
First recorded in 1620–30
Example Sentences
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The City of London Corporation, the district’s governing body, has approved 10 new office towers, including one that will exceed the height of all others in the area, known locally as the Square Mile.
From New York Times • Dec. 13, 2023
Portland Brewery, which makes Redhook, Widmer and Square Mile beverages, “has additional capacity to brew other beers,” the presentation said.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 8, 2023
The City of London Corporation, which runs the "Square Mile" financial district, said a government focus on financial services competitiveness would support Britain's economic revival.
From Reuters • Oct. 4, 2022
About two thirds of its UK sites are now outside the Square Mile, it added.
From BBC • Jul. 4, 2022
“With ViacomCBS maintaining an important presence at the property, we anticipate a smooth ownership transition and many more great years ahead,” said Square Mile Capital CEO Craig Solomon.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2021
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