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It was simply a given that local production would continue to play a dominant role in the city’s economy as it has for more than a century.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
Coming to America has forced it to navigate a raft of state and local governments, each with their own peculiarities.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
She calls for action on the benefit cap, which limits the total amount a single family can receive, and on the local housing allowance, which she said was having "a really big impact" on families.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
The man was met by local authorities on arrival and has been slapped with a no fly ban on all Qantas planes.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
Thursday morning, the sisters received instructions to meet the committee at a local hall.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
Vocabulary lists containing local
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