Definition:
Okay, so the user wants me to define the word 'depopulate' in two sentences. Let me start by recalling what that word means. Deplete usually refers to reducing something, but when combined with populate, it's a bit more complex.
First sentence: Maybe explain that 'depopulate' means to reduce or erase a community from its core aspects. For example, after the population dwindles, a city might deplete its urban culture. That covers both the process and the result.
Second sentence: Need to add something about the effect on people's lives. Like, when a city's cultural centers vanish, people lose their sense of identity. This makes it clear how it affects everyday life.
Wait, are there any nuances I'm missing? Maybe mention that 'depopulate' can also refer to an event where someone is no longer fully integrated or part of the group. That shows broader understanding beyond just culture.
Hmm, does that cover both the process and the impact? Yes. Let me check again. First sentence: reducing a community's aspects. Second: losing identity in everyday life. Yep, that works.
1. "Depopulate" refers to the act of erasing or diminishing a cultural or social core, such as urban life, when communities shrink.
2. When a city’s cultural centers vanish, people often lose their sense of belonging and identity.
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