neck of the woods

Example Sentences

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Orab, in Baker’s neck of the woods, the company proposing the data center isn’t known to the public.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

And on either the drama or comedy fronts, the pope definitely could have chosen at least one flick set in his former neck of the woods.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 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