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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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Bone marrow aspiration: This procedure removes a small amount of liquid bone marrow for examination of the bone marrow cells.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
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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Growing 3 to 6 feet tall, this perennial native of eastern North America needs support to keep all those blooming stems upright.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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Amir Hassan, a Republican and Flint native, announced his candidacy for Michigan's 8th Congressional District.—
Todd Spangler,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Siem Reap has recently added a $1.1-billion international airport that has turned this city into a regional hub for anyone interested in exploring not just Cambodia but wider Southeast Asia.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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And that’s the uniqueness in these regional rec centers.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
8 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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The group is offering ransomware affiliates 80 percent of proceeds for targeting United States companies.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Their chief focus is publishing a catalogue that will document their work, with each exhibition occupying space as a chapter.—
Ana María Caballero,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Former President Joe Biden's time in office was a rare chapter in modern American politics, serving one term sandwiched between two led by President Donald Trump.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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“Local.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/local. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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