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the place and time in which the action for a portion of a dramatic work (as a movie) is set
the movie's locale is ambiguous, though the architecture and dress are suggestive of 19th-century Europe
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Recent Examples of locale
As the pandemic eased, the cast returned to Fiji to film both seasons, with the tropical locale seemingly becoming the series' home base.
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Steve Helling, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
The new locale, which fits right in with the brand’s maximalist streak, is a massive three-level ode to America’s southern neighbor—though its cuisine isn’t tied to one particular region, instead taking inspiration for their own take on the food, Eater reported.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 22 Sep. 2025
The locale aims to be a hub for the local film community, running year-round programming including screenings, workshops, lectures and masterclasses.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 20 Sep. 2025
First, the new locale provides a much more scenic setting.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
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Steve Helling, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
The new locale, which fits right in with the brand’s maximalist streak, is a massive three-level ode to America’s southern neighbor—though its cuisine isn’t tied to one particular region, instead taking inspiration for their own take on the food, Eater reported.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 22 Sep. 2025
The locale aims to be a hub for the local film community, running year-round programming including screenings, workshops, lectures and masterclasses.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 20 Sep. 2025
First, the new locale provides a much more scenic setting.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for locale
Noun
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This is only Wild Eggs location in Louisville participating, according to the restaurant's Facebook page.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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The popular chain has triggered tie-ups in other locations.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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That highlights the need for all road users to be prepared for different scenarios in unfamiliar settings.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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The viral TikTok video shows Lukman getting ready for work inside her pod, which is housed in a warehouse-style setting where each unit appears to contain only enough space for a mattress.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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The shooting in a small, idyllic waterfront community adds to the growing list of bars, restaurants, shopping centers, schools and other venues in the US generally thought of as safe that have experienced gun violence.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
28 Sep. 2025
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However, the Buccaneers were also looking to remain undefeated, and Sirianni's trash-talking of Mayfield could also fire him up in his home venue.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Having this really intense action scene, and then all of a sudden a joke, a funny moment.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Allen’s title character asks her mother in the play’s second scene.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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Hard Rock Stadium will host seven games — four in the group stage (June 15, 21, 24, 27), one Round of 32 game (July 3), a quarterfinal (July 11) and the bronze medal third-place game (July 28).—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
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The comforter is also outfitted with convenient corner tabs that keep the duvet securely in place, which is especially handy for people who toss and turn in their sleep.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In 2017, Inlivian chose Fallon to help redevelopment the site.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Sep. 2025
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Sinkhole is being monitored closely By noon local time on Wednesday, Sept 24, authorities had stopped any further ground movement, but were monitoring the site closely, according to Reuters.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Locale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/locale. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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