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metroplex
What does metroplex mean?
Catch-all for the sprawl that includes Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Frisco and the rest. The North Texas Commission rolled out 'Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex' in 1972 because the cities needed a unified brand for business recruitment. Locals now use it as a generic 'the area.'
"Best tacos in the Metroplex, no contest."
Origin
Coined and trademarked by the North Texas Commission in 1972 as a regional marketing term.
Frequently asked questions
What does Metroplex mean?
Metroplex is a marketing-coined label for the Dallas–Fort Worth metro region.
How do you use Metroplex in a sentence?
"Traffic across the Metroplex is brutal during rush hour."
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