on the town

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: in usually carefree pursuit of entertainment or amusement (such as city nightlife) especially as a relief from routine

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What does the real-life Carrie Bradshaw, Candace Bushnell, wear for a night on the town? — Ari Stark, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026 But ever since it was built, it's been having a dampening effect on the town of Nicasio. — John Ramos, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026 Plus, its bet on the town of Santanyí is definitely one that is bringing life, excitement, and attention to a place that was beginning to get left behind. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026 The region's head said earlier Friday that there had been an attack on the town, but that there had been no damage. — Arkansas Online, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the town

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“On the town.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20town. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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