Definition of localitynext
as in location
the area or space occupied by or intended for something a locality filled with exotic plants

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Recent Examples of locality Since then, several states and hundreds of localities have passed such laws. Ed Sayres, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026 The Reason Foundation went so far as to conclude in 2006, based upon experiences in other localities, that San Diego could save an average of 10% to 25% — up to $200 million annually — by using a competitive bidding process. Jan Goldsmith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026 The federal government has, so far, largely left it to states or localities to regulate data centers. Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026 Eco effort Restoration, preservation and locality are key pillars for property. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for locality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for locality
Noun
  • The new location is one of about a dozen new businesses recently opened or coming soon to the Matthews area.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Aurora police assisted investigators using the Flock License Plate Reader system, identifying the Tahoe at several locations.
    Christa Swanson, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Elizabeth Tabish, who plays Mary Magdalene, agreed that the Texas weather is all over the place.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
  • The Bengals have four tight ends in place, but all are either in the last year of their contracts or present other concerns.
    Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Spanning both Coachella weekends, the four poolside shows blend electronic music with the venue's wave pool, lazy river and open-air amphitheater — creating a unique daytime oasis of surf, sound and hospitality.
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Defense attorneys requested the change of venue to Tarrant County, arguing that Horner could not get a fair trial in Wise County.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Eco effort Guests have access to complimentary bicycles and (for a fee) can book the house electric car; there’s also an electric car charging station on site.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Charlotte home prices rose slightly in February compared to the same time last year, although certain neighborhoods had significant swings up or down, according to the latest data from the real estate site Redfin.
    Chase Jordan April 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026

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“Locality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/locality. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.

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