neck of the woods
Example Sentences
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As a zillion people have pointed out, Auriemma and Staley are charismatic, self-made titans from the same neck of the woods, Philadelphia.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
“It’s creating resilience, and that’s what we need to do — particularly up in that neck of the woods, given the fire risk.”
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 14, 2023
Check here to see if there's one in your neck of the woods.
From Salon • Sep. 8, 2023
“Really special to be here in her neck of the woods with her family just down the road.”
From Washington Times • Mar. 19, 2023
“What brings you over to our neck of the woods, Jessica?”
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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