locally

adverb

lo·​cal·​ly ˈlō-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce locally (audio)
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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Notably, most ingredients used in Dandelion’s menu are locally grown, foraged, and sourced. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026 Next month could be a turning point for free food, locally and around the country. Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026 The weekend features locally sourced healthy meals, (gluten free, vegan and other special requests are honored), along with lots of chances to learn, as well as free time to find your own friends, own space or both. Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026 But Kidd Eynon hopes bringing people to the factory and demystifying the production process will help raise awareness of its gear and inspire those who ski locally to also shop locally. Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 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 5 Apr. 2026.

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