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neck of the woods



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“I don’t think the rest of the country cared as much, but certainly in that neck of the woods, that was maybe the biggest takeaway from last night.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

Cherry-flavored coffees, teas and matchas are all the rage at some of the local coffee shops in my neck of the woods, which I've been a big proponent of this spring.

From Salon • May 6, 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’s an icon in my neck of the woods.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2022

“What brings you over to our neck of the woods, Jessica?”

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan




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