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indigenous

[in-dij-uh-nuhs] / ɪnˈdɪdʒ ə nəs /




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At Rosewood’s three hotels located throughout New Zealand, the chefs honor this ethically sourced ethos, working with local purveyors and farmers to source indigenous ingredients like beach spinach, fern fronds and abalone.

From Salon Jul. 26, 2026

If a joint study determines that indigenous enrichment is warranted, Americans would build the facility under a secretive “black box” arrangement, avoiding the transfer of sensitive enrichment technology to Riyadh.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

The coca leaf is an ancestral crop traditionally used by indigenous communities in teas and medicines.

From BBC Jul. 19, 2026

Many of her own patients came only after first visiting indigenous healers, Tan said, viewing psychiatry as a "last resort".

From Barron's Jul. 19, 2026

Activists, in turn, regard that idea without enthusiasm—some indigenous groups in the U.S.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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