SECTIONAL Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

sectional

adjective

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as in regional

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Recent Examples of sectional That historic win came June 6, the same day Mount Carmel beat Brother Rice 11-1 to win a Class 4A sectional title on its way to a third-place finish in the state. — Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 Complete the look with the matching Juliet loveseat, or shop the entire sectional set with the coffee table, ottomans, and seating for guests. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 9 July 2026 Best Amazon Prime Day Furniture Deals Looking to score a major discount on a big-ticket item like a new patio set or sectional sofa? — Emma Ashe, The Spruce, 22 June 2026 The suite came equipped with a family-style dining table, kitchenette, massive sectional couch, and—best of all—a terrace featuring a private infinity pool that looked out into the ocean. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sectional

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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

Adjective

Howard Kendall, Jupp Heynckes and Marcelo Bielsa are among those who have previously harnessed Athletic’s local talent and adapted to the club’s philosophy to leave lasting legacies at San Mames.

— Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Brightpoint, meanwhile, helps identify local families in crisis, and a team of volunteers coordinates the work of connecting needs to helpers.

— Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of local

Adjective

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

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