town and gown
idiomOn the one hand, the members of the city, borough, or similar community near a university and, on the other hand, the students and faculty of the university itself, especially when understood as rivals in a state of tension or conflict.
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big end of town
The top end of town.
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blow town
To suddenly leave one's residence.
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company town
A town, city, or other municipality in which a single large business has a controlling influence over the economy and, sometimes, over the societal structure and the local government.
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go to town
To proceed enthusiastically, vigorously, or expertly.
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go to town on
To devour or consume (something); to enthusiastically or assiduously work on (something); to tear into (something).
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man about town
A worldly, social man who frequents fashionable places.
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new kid in town
Synonym of new kid on the block.
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one-horse town
A very small town, especially one of a rural nature and offering very few or no attractions.