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local

[loh-kuhl] / ˈloʊ kəl /


NOUN
person deeply rooted in community
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Low-cost Spanish regional airline Volotea has come under fire for saying it will add a surcharge to tickets it has already sold and is being challenged by local consumer rights groups.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

News magazine Der Spiegel ran a long report about a local church on Poel island where the guestbook was no longer filled with personal reflections or prayers, but with messages about Timmy.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

During an industry conference in Las Vegas, officials sought feedback from local TV stations about the growing migration of sports away from broadcasting to streaming, attendees said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

The most eye-catching provision is the 30% local value-added rule.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Michelle and I go up to the podium to claim our prize—gift certificates to a local bookstore.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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