townie
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The defining characteristic of a townie is coming from somewhere, and that holds true in his case.
From Salon ● May 16, 2025
Since then, the former townie, to use his own word, has gained recognition for his wine-making skills and this year won the gold award for his Reserve Cuvée 2018 from British industry association WineGB.
From Reuters ● Jul. 14, 2023
When a townie takes collegians on an overnight tour in Burkittsville, Md., they awake to chaos and have no memory of sleeping.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2019
Brody was an Amity townie who felt he couldn’t hang with the cool kids unless he had that pricey lizard on his chest.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 17, 2017
I remember well, for instance, the blind animal terror which ensued when some townie set off the civil defense sirens as a joke.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
Local opinion among scientists and townies divides bitterly on how to proceed.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 24, 2022
“Alligator,” her first, explores how class, politics and money shape the lives of townies from all walks of life.
From New York Times ● Jul. 20, 2022
There’s an aggressive child, a misogynistic vicar, a kind homeowner, a police officer, a barkeep, some townies and a drifter who appears to be following her.
From Seattle Times ● May 16, 2022
Ruled with feline autocracy by Adrielle, called “Madame,” they live behind a fence festooned with dead birds and “keep out” signs to ward off the townies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 14, 2018
When the townies talk about her, they say: You know that's her natural color?
From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King
