locals

Example Sentences

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And in a twist—many locals are rooting for the Texans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

In a town overlooked by picturesque Mount Kenya, locals are angry and afraid over their government allowing the United States to build an Ebola facility in their midst.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

And locals expect the busiest summer in years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

While the back and forth of European soccer fans and New Jersey locals ignited some interesting discourse, it’s unlikely that many will actually try to get there on foot.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

I also watched for swamp lights, the weird lights that locals were always saying they saw in the swamps.

From "Kira-Kira" by Cynthia Kadohata