Etymology
Origin of citywide
Example Sentences
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Because so many plate scanners are in private hands, it’s difficult to say how many of the devices are in operation citywide.
From Los Angeles Times
The NWS also issued multiple alerts for the Los Angeles area, including citywide flood watches and a wind advisory for much of Monday.
From Los Angeles Times
According to the report, median household rent in New York rose 42 percent in the last decade, with creative salaries rising just 25 percent -- well below the citywide average gain of 44 percent.
From Barron's
Now, as a mayoral candidate, Raman appears to be offering more centrist views as she courts voters in a citywide race.
From Los Angeles Times
Some may not get on the ballot — each candidate must gather 500 legitimate voter signatures by March 4, which is relatively easy in citywide races but harder in council and school board districts.
From Los Angeles Times
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