Pronunciation: /skɪd roʊ/
noun a run-down or dilapidated urban area with a high concentration of poverty and social problems
A1 Skid row is a term used to describe a run-down area of a city where people who are homeless or struggling with addiction often gather.
A2 Many cities have organizations that provide support and resources to help individuals living on skid row improve their situations.
B1 The government is working on initiatives to revitalize the skid row area and provide more affordable housing options for those in need.
B2 Local businesses in the skid row neighborhood are coming together to address issues of poverty and homelessness in the community.
C1 The documentary shed light on the challenges faced by residents of skid row and the systemic issues contributing to their circumstances.
C2 Advocates are calling for policy changes to address the root causes of poverty and homelessness in skid row and other marginalized communities.
formal The city council is working to address the issues facing the residents of skid row.
informal I heard there's a new shelter opening up on skid row.
slang Don't go wandering around skid row at night, it can be dangerous.
figurative After losing his job, he felt like he had hit rock bottom and was living on skid row.
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