CultureJuly 23, 2026
metroplex
/ˈmɛtrəplɛks/
Definition
A large, interconnected metropolitan area, specifically one that consists of two or more major cities and their surrounding suburbs.
Etymology
The word is a portmanteau created by combining 'metropolitan' and 'complex'. It was coined as a marketing term specifically to brand the North Texas region.
In the news
The term is used here to describe the Dallas-Fort Worth area, highlighting it as a significant regional hub. It provides context for the size and demographic diversity of the community hosting the festival.
After 25 years, the Asian Film Festival of Dallas is still making room for stories rarely seen on American screens
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