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[ney-tiv] / ˈneɪ tɪv /




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Depending on what they learn, the fix for future planting projects could be as simple as mixing a bit of native earth into the potting soil where the Joshua tree seedlings are grown.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

They are the smallest tiger subspecies and are native to Sumatra, one of Indonesia's largest islands.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Harvey purchased his larger residence from Louisiana native Perry, who had the property custom-built in 2007.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Already a household name in her native Bulgaria, pop singer Dara secured her place on the international stage by winning Eurovision with her infectious song "Bangaranga", which aims to show "everything is possible".

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

But I do wonder, as he does, what harm it is for our neighbors to worship God in their native language.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson




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