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alleyways

Pronunciation: [ˈæl.i.weɪz]

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Learn how to use alleyways in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “location”

(noun) a narrow passageway between or behind buildings. Alleyways are often small roads that cars can’t use, and people walk through them.

Example

The children loved playing hide and seek in the alleyways after school.

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There are no alleyways in the new neighborhood; everything is wide and open.

Example

Do you know if there are any alleyways near your house?

Context: “urban planning”

(noun) a space that is often found in cities, used for walking or sometimes for services like garbage collection. They help connect different streets and buildings.

Example

The city plans to beautify the alleyways with plants and art.

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The alleyways are often neglected and full of trash.

Example

How do the alleyways improve access to the buildings?

How to pronounce alleyways

Pronunciation: [ˈæl.i.weɪz]

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