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sprawl a. the urban area formed by the expansion of a town or city into surrounding countryside b. the process by which this has happened How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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He and other researchers have evidence that associates health problems with urban sprawl, a loose term for humanmade landscapes characterized by a low density of buildings, dependence on automobiles, and a separation of residential and commercial areas. Does urban sprawl cause weight-gain and are residents of suburban neighbourhoods more likely to experience weight related illness? IT WAS BAD enough when urban sprawl was charged with destroying community and turning us into selfish bastards. |
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