local government

NOUN

government of a locality

Synonyms

STRONGEST

municipality

WEAK

city government town government

Example Sentences

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The latest unrest comes as political parties gear up for local government elections in November.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The latest unrest comes as political parties gear up for local government elections in November in South Africa.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Employment in local government rose by 55,000 jobs across the month, while 35,000 jobs were created in the healthcare sector.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

While the mayor’s race is getting national attention, voters will also decide a pivotal race for Los Angeles City Council that could have profound influence on the direction of local government.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The emissary and his entourage spent the night at the home of the local government official.

From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park