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 Noncitizens are already prohibited from voting in federal and state elections, though some cities and localities allow noncitizens to vote in some local elections. Emily Chang, ABC News, 3 Feb. 2026 Cities and states across the country have adopted similar policies, including several localities in Colorado. Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 26 Jan. 2026 Every locality and season has peak hours or periods when the most people on your power grid are using electricity and water. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 25 Jan. 2026 The state increased total aid to localities in the fiscal 2027 budget, said Jake Weissmann, acting budget and management secretary. Jean Marbella, Baltimore Sun, 24 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for locality
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Noun
  • These traits make biodrones suitable for inspecting pipelines, surveying industrial zones, monitoring power lines, or supporting search and rescue missions in hard-to-reach locations.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Lindgren opened this store in 2017 after moving from another location, but has been selling luxury vintage at markets and pop-up locations for years before.
    Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Here is a countdown of the top 10 best places to live in Arizona.
    Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
  • The documents appear to show that Andrew forwarded Epstein reports about Vietnam, Singapore and other places, which he had been sent in relation to an official trip.
    KiMi Robinson, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The venue prohibits recording equipment apart from smartphones.
    Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
  • There’s a reason Red Rocks is considered one of the most beautiful music venues in the country.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Only 22 sites would have reliable climate conditions by mid-century, the study found.
    Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Other potential measles exposure sites include major transit hubs like Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Union Station as well as the Catholic University of America and the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
    N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026

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“Locality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/locality. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.

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