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a usually longtime resident of a locality
few locals seem to patronize the city's touristy restaurants, leaving them to diners who prefer atmosphere over food
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Recent Examples of local
Irene Gonzalez, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
The lack of outreach prompted him to co-write an article with two other local rabbis which struck a plaintive tone.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Isabel Yip, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Every year, more than 10,000 tourists and locals visit, according to their website.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
For women's history month, a local woman who helped build military aircraft during World War II is now sharing her story, more than 80 years later.
—Irene Gonzalez, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
The lack of outreach prompted him to co-write an article with two other local rabbis which struck a plaintive tone.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
Blondie, as locals have affectionately named the mama bear to two cubs, was euthanized after swiping at a resident who was walking her dog on March 14 in Monrovia, a city on the edge of the Angeles National Forrest.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Every year, more than 10,000 tourists and locals visit, according to their website.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for local
Adjective
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Iowa became the lowest-seeded team from the Big Ten to reach a regional final since seeding began in 1979.—
Kristie Rieken,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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A day before the conference kicks off, regional funders Film- und Medienstiftung NRW and the Film- und Medienverband NRW and producer group Produktionsallianz will run a conference event called Story Vision Europe that Seriencamp badge holders can attend.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2026
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There, the cells were cultured and injected with a virus that carries the gene that LAD-1 patients are missing, Kohn said.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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This device is a high-tech centrifuge that simulates microgravity by spinning vials with samples around two axes, effectively confusing the cells inside as to their position in space.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Wisconsin native coached the Eagles from 2002 to 2013.—
Joseph Buczek,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Detroit native transferred to Florida after playing just two games and 38 snaps in 2022 at Louisville.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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Rookie Arttu Hyry, playing his sixth game since being recalled from Dallas' AHL affiliate, scored the lone goal for the Stars, who are in second place in the Central Division but have lost five of their last six.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Documents list the operator as Lavender Fields Holdings LLC, and according to Indiana Economic Development Corporation sales tax exemption documents, Google is listed as an affiliate.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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After its sidewalk-to-spire refurbishment, the 47-story structure now houses only 375 keys for hotel guests and 372 for private residents.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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For many residents, the rising cost of fuel is taking a toll on everyday spending.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Welles said through his management company that the animal lover would appreciate donations in his memory to local animal shelters, animal rescue organizations or Humane Society chapters.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Here, four bibliophile paradises that invite travelers to get lost in the chapters and sit in the joy of a life well read.—
Lara Kramer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Local.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/local. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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