dialect
Example Sentences
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Are the Lomans meant to be Irish immigrants or is that a Boston dialect that is being affected when the cartoonish New Yorkese takes a breather?
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Most young readers today would find “The Yearling” too long, too leisurely and too clogged with dialect, but a few might still feel as I did when I read it more than 60 years ago.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026
The distinct Bavarian dialect spoken in Munich certainly does not help in that regard.
From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026
Higher Brothers, known for blending Mandarin and the local dialect, is one of the main hip-hop groups originating from the city.
From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026
Ralph listened to them all whether he understood their dialect or not.
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.