as in parochial
not broad or open in views or opinions
an insular community that is not receptive of new ideas, especially from outsiders
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Recent Examples of insular
Sullivan delivers a complete representation of the North Carolina region as well as the insular town’s myths and struggles.
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Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Tell me about the decision to explore those themes of masculinity and desire in this specific setting, a small and insular fishing town in Wales.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
Rich with nuance, passion, and unforgettable characters, Unaccustomed Earth invites you into the elite and insular Indian-American community of Cambridge, MA.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 7 Aug. 2025
The industry has long been too homogenous, too insular and too slow to evolve.
—Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
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Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Tell me about the decision to explore those themes of masculinity and desire in this specific setting, a small and insular fishing town in Wales.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
Rich with nuance, passion, and unforgettable characters, Unaccustomed Earth invites you into the elite and insular Indian-American community of Cambridge, MA.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 7 Aug. 2025
The industry has long been too homogenous, too insular and too slow to evolve.
—Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for insular
Recent Examples of Synonyms for insular
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This week, in parochial and Christian schools across Chicago and the suburbs, schoolchildren filed into pews with their classmates to observe church services ahead of the school day.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Aug. 2025
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Funded by political parties and subscribers, such papers were thoroughly partisan and parochial.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
19 Aug. 2025
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Even if advised by a manufacturer, the marble cleaning solution should still be tested on a small, inconspicuous area before getting started.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Her list continues with small but frustrating oversights.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Take a trip to 2099, with Star Amerasu’s hysterical and clever social-media videos set in our very petty future.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
27 Aug. 2025
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The film explores the petty jealousies and power dynamics that fuel the group of interchangeable young men in Oliver’s orbit, as Matthew gradually becomes famous by association and fights to stay relevant.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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They’re also made with arch support and a toe box that’s not too narrow or crammed, per the brand, plus the rubber sole offers a nice cushioned platform with each step.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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With Republicans holding only a narrow majority, the outcomes could shape the balance of power heading into 2026.—
Grace Sandman,
ABC News,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Insular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insular. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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