locals

Example Sentences

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Supporters of the reform say it would create nimble police forces that are more easily held accountable and staffed by locals who know the terrain.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

There has been concerns Miami locals wouldn't take to the Tartan Army as well as Bostonians did.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

They also don’t claim subsidized social housing, contrary to what many locals think, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

The weather service advises locals to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun and check up on family members and neighbors.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

He reached a large stream, of the kind the locals called a creek and pronounced crick, and decided to follow it.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman