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

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The production model is scheduled to go on sale locally later in 2026. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 23 Feb. 2026 Existing home sales to continue to grow Throughout the year, home sales are expected to climb as inventory continues to grow, both nationwide and locally. Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 22 Feb. 2026 Scheller, well-respected in Central Florida’s legal community, has been pulling together a team of attorneys willing to represent pro bono migrants detained locally. Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Feb. 2026 The potential exists for snowbands that will bring periods of locally heavy snowfall, which will lead to rapid snow accumulations and extremely dangerous travel conditions. Katie Landeck, The Providence Journal, 22 Feb. 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 25 Feb. 2026.

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