hyperlocal

adjective

hy·​per·​lo·​cal ˌhī-pər-ˈlō-kəl How to pronounce hyperlocal (audio)
: limited to a very small geographical area
hyperlocal news/weather
hyperlocal marketing
Public health authorities have responded by shifting efforts away from mass vaccination sites and focusing on communities with the lowest vaccination rates. This hyperlocal approach … hinges on making the shots easy to reach …Jon Schuppe et al.

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In addition to hyperlocal offerings, the Federal Emergency Management Agency offers grants to communities and individuals who make certain upgrades. Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025 The other distinct source of the series’ appeal is its hyperlocal sense of place. Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2025 Through a hyperlocal approach to food, sustainable architecture and immersive design, the group is redefining what dining and hospitality look like on Ios—while challenging perceptions of the island itself. Caitlin Palumbo, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 Stevens, who creates Italian dishes with hyperlocal ingredients, was a semifinalist in this year’s James Beard Awards. Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 12 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hyperlocal

Word History

Etymology

hyper- + local entry 1

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hyperlocal was in 1921

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“Hyperlocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hyperlocal. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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