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as in native
a usually longtime resident of a locality
few locals seem to patronize the city's touristy restaurants, leaving them to diners who prefer atmosphere over food
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Recent Examples of local
Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 14 July 2025
All three were pronounced dead after they were taken to a local hospital.
—Lesley Cosme Torres, People.com, 14 July 2025
AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
Others emerged in the storm’s aftermath, founded by locals who discovered the power of community support only when their lives depended on it.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Thirty people, including five firefighters, were taken to local hospitals, Bacon said.
—Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 14 July 2025
All three were pronounced dead after they were taken to a local hospital.
—Lesley Cosme Torres, People.com, 14 July 2025
Adjective
Conditions change quickly, so check surf reports regularly and chat with locals for up-to-date tips.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
Others emerged in the storm’s aftermath, founded by locals who discovered the power of community support only when their lives depended on it.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for local
Noun
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The other plant co-operated with General Motors in Warren, Ohio, will continue producing cells with nickel cobalt manganese aluminum chemistry, LG Energy Solution said.—
Jackie Charniga,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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Acids are a form of a chemical exfoliant to remove dead skin cells, smooth texture, unclog pores, and fade hyperpigmentation.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Griffin, a Tampa native, touted his Florida roots and deep Capitol relationships while asking for the board’s support.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 July 2025
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Who is Candace Owens' husband? Candace Owens is married to George Farmer, a British native.—
Joyce Orlando,
The Tennessean,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Initial claims of a possible abduction prompted a regional Amber Alert and a wide-scale search involving multiple law enforcement agencies.—
Stephen Sorace , Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
20 July 2025
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His intuition transformed Starbucks from a regional retailer into a global brand.—
Margot Machol Bisnow,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
Noun
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Gil threw 36 of his 50 pitches for strikes against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, the Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
13 July 2025
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Alligator Alcatraz isn’t the first time the emergency management firm or its affiliate company has worked with Florida.—
Romy Ellenbogen,
Sun Sentinel,
12 July 2025
Noun
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The next chapter of paradise will soon be unveiled to future homeowners in this one-of-a-kind luxury destination.—
Kim Westerman,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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That was the start of her chapter as a serial entrepreneur, later scaling her sustainable food app Too Good to Go to a massive success.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
25 July 2025
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“Local.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/local. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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