localized

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Recent Examples of localized As church membership expanded during the late 20th and early 21st centuries, the number of dioceses increased steadily as existing jurisdictions were subdivided to provide more localized episcopal leadership. — Stephanie Triplettall, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026 Rainfall totals could dump 2-4 inches across much of the region including some localized totals of 5 inches, according the the NWS Melbourne forecaster’s discussion. — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026 This format, common in grassroots football but highly unusual in professional play, reflects Flick's preference for localized pre-season preparations, avoiding extensive international tours, partly due to the upcoming World Cup. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 There have been three localized measles outbreaks in California in 2026, according to the state agency. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 Tropical-system rainfall tends to last longer and to cause widespread flooding, whereas localized storms are more likely to lead to sudden flash floods that can sweep away vehicles. — Damien Pine, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2026 This localized approach allows manufacturers to rapidly scale production during national emergencies and adapt platforms in real time based on the specific needs of first responders. — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026 Storms that develop will produce intense lightning, localized street flooding and a few pockets of damaging winds. — Rachael Jay, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026 The party has occasionally found fleeting success by leaning into ethnic coalition-building within shifting suburban enclaves, finding localized victories in places such as Orange County’s Little Saigon. — Dain Fitzgerald, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for localized
  1. local
  2. regional
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  • Singing the Paradesi Jewish tunes that blended Sephardic chants with local folk elements.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Corporate leaders possess invaluable skills—M&A, HR, digital marketing—to modernize these often-outdated businesses, transforming local shops into regional powerhouses.
    — Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of local
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  • On January 29, 2025, 67 people died when an Army Black Hawk helicopter on a training mission and American Airlines regional jet landing at the airport collided over the Potomac River.
    — Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • To maintain our high quality of life and economic prosperity, these regional systems — our infrastructure, land use patterns, energy grid and more — will require strong regional coordination, alignment and investment.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of regional

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