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Hinterland

Definition: The remote or less developed area surrounding a city or town. It refers to the land beyond the urban areas that is often characterized by its rural nature and less populous regions.

Sample Sentences:

• The city dwellers often escape to the hinterland to enjoy a peaceful weekend in nature.
• The industrialization of the urban regions contrasts with the untouched beauty of the hinterland.
• Rural communities in the hinterland rely heavily on agriculture for their livelihood.
• The government is investing in infrastructure to improve connectivity between the city and the hinterland.

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