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Words, coffee, and urban planning: Eli Burnstein on the Dictionary of Fine Distinctions

Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

CHAPTER

Exploring the Differences in Street Layouts

The chapter delves into the distinctions between different types of roads like streets, avenues, drives, places, and courts, highlighting how each term carries specific characteristics and meanings. The discussion explores the urban versus rural connotations of these words, the nuances between boulevards and avenues, and how certain cities have unique layouts for their streets and avenues, providing insight into how these distinctions can shape one's perception of a place.

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