de-urbanize

[US]/[ˌdiːˈɜːbənaɪz]/
[UK]/[ˌdiːˈɜːrbənaɪz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To cause an urban area to lose population or become less urban in character.
v. (of a city or region)To undergo a process of losing population or becoming less urban.
n.The process of an urban area losing population or becoming less urban in character.

Phrases & Collocations

de-urbanize cities

de-urbanize populations

de-urbanized regions

de-urbanize further

de-urbanize slowly

Example Sentences

many cities are starting to de-urbanize as remote work becomes more prevalent.

the government aims to de-urbanize the region to promote rural development.

de-urbanizing strategies can help reduce urban sprawl and congestion.

a deliberate de-urbanization policy could shift population to smaller towns.

the trend of de-urbanization is linked to the desire for a slower pace of life.

de-urbanization can revitalize rural areas and boost local economies.

we need to carefully consider the implications of widespread de-urbanization.

the pandemic accelerated the process of de-urbanization for some families.

de-urbanization initiatives often involve improving rural infrastructure.

successful de-urbanization requires thoughtful planning and investment.

the long-term effects of de-urbanization remain a subject of debate.

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