on the town

phrase

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

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The nor'easter dumped more than 7 inches of rain on the town and wind gusts reached nearly 60 mph in the area. — Neal Riley, CBS News, 28 Sep. 2026 Bandana straps add Western flair, while wristlets are great for a night on the town. — ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026 Tour The Gwinnett Historic Courthouse The centerpiece of Lawrenceville’s historic downtown is the 1885 courthouse located on the town square. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026 But for a night out on the town, dress things up with heeled knee-high boots, shiny gold hoops, and a leather clutch. — India Roby, Glamour, 23 Sep. 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 9 Oct. 2026.

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