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local

[loh-kuhl] / ˈloʊ kəl /


NOUN
person deeply rooted in community
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In March, S&P Global Ratings downgraded the country's long-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings, citing "structural weakness in global diamond demand."

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

It continues to target sales growth of 1% to 4% in local currencies and an earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization margin between 19.5% and 20%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

There are eight Hathoric columns and eight sphinxes in “sister dreamer” that honor local heroes, community workers and Halsey’s friends and family.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The spokesperson said that CISA’s mission is still to coordinate protection of critical infrastructure, including by supporting local partners against cyber threats.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Mrs. Lincoln hosted as many as eight séances in the White House, using a local group of Washington, DC, mediums.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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