grey/gray suburb

Frequency: 4.52.1 per million words

A dull and uninteresting suburb.

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Examples (10)

  • The endless rows of identical houses gave the suburb a grey and monotonous feel.
  • He longed for the quiet charm of a small town, not the grey expanse of the sprawling suburb.
  • The news report focused on the social issues plaguing the grey suburb.
  • Many people move to the suburbs seeking a better life, only to find themselves in a grey suburb lacking character.
  • She felt a sense of unease walking through the grey suburb at dusk.
  • The once vibrant community had slowly transformed into a grey suburb over the years.
  • Critics often describe such developments as grey suburbs, devoid of green spaces and community spirit.
  • He painted a bleak picture of life in the grey suburb, where opportunities seemed scarce.
  • The contrast between the city's bright lights and the grey suburb was stark.
  • They hoped to escape the grey suburb and find a more exciting place to live.