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once-prosperous

 

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Once-Prosperous

Definition:

An adjective used to describe something or someone that was previously successful, prosperous, or influential, but is no longer in the same condition.

Senses:

1. Popular Sense:

Describing something that was formerly prosperous but has experienced a decline in prosperity or success.

Example sentence: The once-prosperous town now struggles to attract tourists due to the economic downturn.

2. Local Sense:

Referring to a specific region or locality that used to be prosperous but has faced a decline in its economic or social status.

Example sentence: The abandoned factories and vacant buildings serve as a reminder of the once-prosperous industrial area.

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