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Recent Examples of localities
Red and blue states and localities are pushing back against the development of data centers in their communities because of concerns over high energy usage and water consumption, among other things.
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Olivier Sylvain, Fortune, 16 May 2026
While cases of fraud have been proven, the administration has also been accused of taking aim at states and localities that are Democrat-led, particularly by those who have been outspoken over the White House's actions.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2026
Certain states and localities impose sales or other gas taxes and fees.
—Jiachuan Wu, NBC news, 11 May 2026
Localize veteran funding to localities.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Gates backs the authority of localities such as Huntington Beach to set their own policies, including around elections, zoning, housing and the environment.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
The state in recent years has regularly blown past its April 1 budget deadline, posing a problem for localities that rely on state funding.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
Those parties clinging to the outdated and socially unacceptable business model that relies on selling puppy mill puppies to unsuspecting consumers are no longer welcome in nine states and over 520 localities and some are looking for a new home.
—Annie Hornish, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
In some states and localities, legal representation may be required depending on the circumstances.
—Nancy Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Olivier Sylvain, Fortune, 16 May 2026
While cases of fraud have been proven, the administration has also been accused of taking aim at states and localities that are Democrat-led, particularly by those who have been outspoken over the White House's actions.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2026
Certain states and localities impose sales or other gas taxes and fees.
—Jiachuan Wu, NBC news, 11 May 2026
Localize veteran funding to localities.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Gates backs the authority of localities such as Huntington Beach to set their own policies, including around elections, zoning, housing and the environment.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
The state in recent years has regularly blown past its April 1 budget deadline, posing a problem for localities that rely on state funding.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
Those parties clinging to the outdated and socially unacceptable business model that relies on selling puppy mill puppies to unsuspecting consumers are no longer welcome in nine states and over 520 localities and some are looking for a new home.
—Annie Hornish, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
In some states and localities, legal representation may be required depending on the circumstances.
—Nancy Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for localities
Noun
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In a statement, Cobb County Elections & Registration said backup procedures are in place as staff work to assist voters and support polling locations.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Today, the dessert shop has locations in more than a dozen states nationwide.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2026
Noun
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And there are the activities, notably multiple golf courses, but also 100 acres of sporting grounds, sports courts, and an array of wellness and fitness facilities, as well as almost a dozen dining venues that offer everything from a snack to an epicurean feast.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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Bands that had broken up have reformed, playing bigger venues than ever and creating some of the best music of their careers.—
Lily Moayeri,
SPIN,
15 May 2026
Noun
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To promote the album, Rashad’s team scheduled events not only in Los Angeles and New York but also in Dallas and San Diego—not traditionally strong hip-hop markets, but places where Rashad does especially well.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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These are the places where agents can start contributing right away.—
Jim Johnson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Noun
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This has included the removal and remote storage of artifacts from 240 classified heritage sites, and the complete destruction of 124 of those sites.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
15 May 2026
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In a hiring environment where candidates may move between application portals, assessment platforms, recruiter communications, and career sites, organizations will need to determine where these disclosures belong and how to deliver them consistently.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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“Localities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/localities. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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