1
: with respect to a particular place or situation
2
: nearby
3
: in the region of origin

Examples of locally in a Sentence

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All onshore experiences are locally guided, offered in small groups, and scaled to different activity levels. Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026 Periods of rain and a few thunderstorms are likely, and some downpours could be locally heavy. Kate Bilo, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026 The filmmakers explore how national political divisions have played out locally in a community that has drawn attention as a swing area in recent elections. Lizzie Hyman, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026 There’s a focus on ensuring amenities and items like sheets and tableware are made locally and that guests are introduced to the area’s history. Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for locally

Word History

First Known Use

1773, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of locally was in 1773

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“Locally.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/locally. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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