SECTIONAL Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

sectional

adjective

Definition of sectional

as in regional

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Recent Examples of sectional For shoppers, the practical move is to identify your sofa’s specific problem — oversized arms, deep seats, a sectional, loose cushions — before shopping, and match the fit system to that shape rather than buying on pattern alone. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026 In November 2025, Wilson and Yorktown won the Indiana High School Athletic Association Class 4A sectional championship. — Michael Guise, CBS News, 5 Oct. 2026 Best Walmart Outdoor Dining Set Deals Walmart’s end-of-season outdoor dining deals cover just about any setup, like small-space-friendly sectional sets that tuck into tight patio corners and eight-piece options suitable for large gatherings. — Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026 Now my exact sectional and other Albany Park furniture pieces are on sale for Labor Day for up to 40 percent off. — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sectional

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The Pentagon has strengthened its regional posture in recent weeks.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
Plus check out features on butterfly gardens, flsh camps, luxury cruises and regional travel calendars for events into January.

— Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of regional

Adjective

Google said the Wyoming facility will use air cooling to reduce pressure on local water resources, rather than relying on water-intensive cooling systems.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
The bath products are from one of my favorite local producers, Harnn, who created a scent exclusively for Kromo.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of local

Adjective

Periods of heavy rain are expected to continue on Friday with chances of localized flooding, according to AccuWeather.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 6 Nov. 2026
As a result, many regions have relatively sparse monitoring networks that struggle to capture localized storms, where rainfall can vary dramatically over short distances.

— Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of localized

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