localisms

plural of localism

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Noun
  • Meanwhile, analytical software has revolutionized linguistic inquiry, enabling greater understanding of the ways language works—when, how, and why words break out; the specific contexts for expressions and idioms.
    Stefan Fatsis, The Atlantic, 13 Sep. 2025
  • These systems can interpret regional slang, idioms and context-specific expressions, hence minimizing both over-censorship and under-enforcement.
    Anees Ali Khan, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Many live in complex social groups, communicate in different dialects, pass on culture through generations, engage in play and even grieve the loss of family and friends as was the case here.
    Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Simulate high-stress scenarios with diverse dialects and vernacular; document any empathy drop-off.
    Tayfun Bilsel, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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“Localisms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/localisms. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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