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local

[loh-kuhl] / ˈloʊ kəl /


NOUN
person deeply rooted in community
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At that time, most manufactured goods moved by land, and the U.S. economy was driven by small manufacturers serving local buyers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

MacDonald says there are several key factors which hinder parents from restricting their children's screen time adequately, including limited time due to work commitments, as well as the cost and availability of local activities.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

They vented angrily about what they saw as the inaction of local authorities and called for California Atty.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Fix emphasizes the importance of shopping around beyond your local dealer because of how prices differ regionally.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

“It is too far. I’ve arranged for you to be a guest at the local middle school, McNulty.”

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko




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