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Metroplex

American  
[me-truh-pleks] / ˈmɛ trəˌplɛks /

noun

(sometimes lowercase)
  1. a vast metropolitan area that encompasses several cities and their suburbs.

    We're moving to the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex.


Etymology

Origin of Metroplex

Probably metro- 3 + (com)plex


Example Sentences

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While training with coach Marnie Futch at Metroplex Gymnastics, Sullivan tested herself to see what she was capable of.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 21, 2026

“AT&T’s investment reflects the strength of our community, our business-friendly environment, and our shared vision for the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a premier business destination,” said Plano City Manager Mark Israelson.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 5, 2026

It’s enough to push the Texas Rangers — the reigning World Series champions — onto the back burner in the Metroplex.

From Seattle Times ● May 27, 2024

Reigning Masters champion Scottie Scheffler of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and the University of Texas, still 25, speaks with something that looked an awful lot like perfection lodged in his recent memory.

From Washington Post ● Jun. 15, 2022

They are also both professional theater artists in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex — she an actor, dancer and choreographer; and he an actor, fight choreographer and voice over artist.

From New York Times ● Sep. 17, 2021

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