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much of the city vs most of the city

Both 'much of the city' and 'most of the city' are correct phrases, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Much of the city' implies a large portion but not necessarily the majority, while 'most of the city' specifically refers to the majority of the city.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 1568 views

much of the city

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to a significant portion of a city.

This phrase is used to indicate a large but unspecified portion of a city. It suggests a considerable amount without specifying an exact percentage.

Examples:

  • Much of the city was affected by the heavy rainfall.
  • She explored much of the city during her visit.
  • The new park covers much of the city's downtown area.
  • The museum showcases much of the city's history.
  • Residents from much of the city attended the event.
  • Subsidence, the gradual lowering of the surface of Venice, leads to the seasonal phenomena of Acqua alta where much of the city's surface is covered in high ...
  • Though the fire was one of the largest U.S. disasters of the 19th century, and destroyed much of the city's central business district, Chicago was rebuilt and ...
  • Much of the city, including railroads and stockyards, survived intact, and from the ruins of the previous wooden structures arose more modern constructions of ...
  • Much of the city's 1980 zoning code was overhauled from 2007-2012 as part of a joint effort between Major John F. Street and Michael Nutter. The zoning ...

Alternatives:

  • a large part of the city
  • a significant portion of the city
  • a considerable area of the city
  • a substantial amount of the city
  • a good portion of the city

most of the city

This phrase is correct and specifically refers to the majority of a city.

This phrase is used when you want to emphasize that more than half of the city is involved or affected. It indicates a clear majority.

Examples:

  • Most of the city's residents enjoy the local parks.
  • The new development project will cover most of the city.
  • Most of the city is accessible by public transportation.
  • The festival attracted most of the city's population.
  • Most of the city's landmarks are located downtown.
  • Manhattan (New York County) is the most densely populated borough and is home to Central Park and most of the city's skyscrapers. Most of the borough is on ...
  • Most of the city's residential streets tend to have a wide patch of grass and/or trees between the street and the sidewalk itself. This has the effect of keeping ...
  • Most of the city's public bridges were built in Classical or Renaissance style, but also in Baroque, Neoclassical and Modern styles. According to the ...
  • ... during the Great Recession and for several years afterward before rebounding in 2013. Most of the city's budget goes toward employee costs. Read More.

Alternatives:

  • the majority of the city
  • the greater part of the city
  • the bulk of the city
  • the lion's share of the city
  • the preponderance of the city

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