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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
Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026
Conflicting official accounts and the federal government’s refusal to submit the investigation to independent local oversight created a legitimacy crisis.
—Robert Pape, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
For locals, the cars are an increasingly normal aspect of city life, just like the electric scooters and bike-share racks that have popped up around the country in recent years.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 6 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
In a downtown emptied by white flight and recession, the Orpheum was used primarily for DIY events, which is why Jim Dickinson chose the spot for a series of shows celebrating local music.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026
Conflicting official accounts and the federal government’s refusal to submit the investigation to independent local oversight created a legitimacy crisis.
—Robert Pape, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Noun
However many locals have failed to catch Olympic fever with high ticket prices and fears about traffic, security measures and crowded Metro trains dampening enthusiasm.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
For locals, the cars are an increasingly normal aspect of city life, just like the electric scooters and bike-share racks that have popped up around the country in recent years.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for local
Adjective
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These figures position the platform for regional travel, heavy logistics, and emergency response missions that exceed typical urban air taxi distances.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Mike Norris and Mike Mladenik will be the headlines, as well as regional experts who will share their expertise during seminars included with admission.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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The cells achieve an energy density of up to 175 Wh/kg, placing them broadly in line with lithium iron phosphate batteries and positioning them for practical, near-term use rather than experimental niches, reports InsideEVs.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Zinc stimulates osteoblasts, or the cells responsible for building new bones.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
6 Feb. 2026
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Harris is a native of Pasadena and a graduate of UC Irvine and USC.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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The Texas native explained that the discrepancy led him to question whether ideology, rather than performance, played a role.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The announcement by Mohsin Naqvi came a day after a regional affiliate of the Islamic State group, identifying itself as Islamic State in Pakistan, claimed responsibility in a statement carried by its Amaq News Agency.—
MUNIR AHMED,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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Multiple ransom notes have been sent to local news outlets, and one included specific details from the crime scene at Guthrie’s home and a demand for $6 million, Tucson ABC affiliate KGUN reported Sunday.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
8 Feb. 2026
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Khanna said his office had been flooded with calls and emails as the mixed messaging left many local residents fearful.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Additionally, Altadena Town Council leadership is working to connect the resident with nonprofit organizations that may be able to provide financial assistance to help relocate the RV onto their property.—
Zach Boetto,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
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The future of the parallel giant slalom at the Games may be uncertain, yet as one chapter closes, Riegler hopes the next generation of racers will still be given the chance to flourish.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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While Maryland law would permit him to run again after time out of office, his decision marks the close of a significant chapter in our state’s political life.—
Stuart Schmidt Jr,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Local.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/local. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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