in the neighborhood

phrase

: in the area that is close to something
Is there a grocery store in the neighborhood?
We might as well pay them a visit while we're in the neighborhood.

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Neon bulbs also have a long lifespan, usually in the neighborhood of 10,000 hours. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026 This may be in the neighborhood, in classes, or in activities, such as sports, clubs, or community groups. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 20 July 2026 Take a look inside The Vickery Apartments, a new offering in the neighborhood. Emily Holshouser july 18, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 July 2026 Similarly, advisors in the Traveller Made consortium book almost $7 billion in travel per year, and Virtuoso in the neighborhood of $35 billion. Jacques Ledbetter, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the neighborhood

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“In the neighborhood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20neighborhood. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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