In poor condition; old and neglected. Example: They bought a _____ house and spent months renovating it.
Run-down
To live very close together, often in crowded or small spaces. Example: In big cities, people often live on ____ of each other in tiny apartments.
top
The speed at which life happens in a particular place. Example: The _____ of life in the countryside is much slower than in the city.
Pace (of life)
A place where you feel as comfortable and relaxed as you do in your own home. Example: My grandmother’s house is a real ______ for me.
home from home
Busy and noisy activity, especially in a city. Example: After living in the ____ of New York, the countryside feels so peaceful.
hustle and bustle
Very close; a short distance away. Example: The beach is just a _____ away from our hotel.
a stone's throw