neck of the woods
Example Sentences
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As a zillion people have pointed out, Auriemma and Staley are charismatic, self-made titans from the same neck of the woods, Philadelphia.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 5, 2026
Valley historians will enjoy a cameo appearance by the Newport Pop Festival, the biggest thing to happen in that neck of the woods in 1969.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2025
Ideally, that’s not the case in your neck of the woods.
From Salon ● Apr. 3, 2025
“Really special to be here in her neck of the woods with her family just down the road.”
From Washington Times ● Mar. 19, 2023
He might grant a tour to a visitor, a distinguished neighbor or curious planter from another neck of the woods, but it was rare.
From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead
