locals

Example Sentences

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However, eagle-eyed locals weren't going to be deterred, and spotted them again the next day on a nearby beach.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Husband noted that in Mexico, locals on average salaries would be unable to afford tickets to see the games, and praised Canada's efforts to curb sky-high ticket resale costs.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

LA28 previously advertised tickets as being affordable for locals, but many shoppers last month were dismayed to find prices in the thousands.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Hawks, like other locals, was in the high-ceilinged chamber to support the inspector general.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

None of the locals seemed to notice the huge Greek warship hovering over the piazza, or the fact that Jason and Leo had just flown down, Jason wielding a gold sword, and Leo...well,

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan