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Example Sentences

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Boomers are staying in their homes for longer, preferring to stay close to their neighbors, stores, library, local restaurants and, yes, even their local hospitals and primary physicians.

From MarketWatch

But what about ending local property taxes altogether?

From MarketWatch

And if you are not already one of those people, this would be a good time to consider becoming one, by donating to NPR or PBS or directly to a favorite local station or show.

From Los Angeles Times

Alize enthuses about MPs' surgeries, where constituents can go to their local representatives for help with their problems.

From BBC

"Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to our colleagues in the constabulary, local communities and the people who have worked extremely hard in very difficult circumstances."

From BBC