Thesaurus results for LOCALITIES

localities

noun

plural of locality

as in locations

the area or space occupied by or intended for something a locality filled with exotic plants

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Recent Examples of localities The ruling allowed Oregon and dozens of other Western localities to limit where individuals living in cars, parks and other encampments stayed. — Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 21 Oct. 2026 In the 2022 election, these lists’ constituent parties received approximately 86% of the votes cast in Arab localities. — Tamir Sorek, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2026 Berkowicz, 65, opposes Illinois’ sanctuary-state law and believes the state imposes too many mandates on localities. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 In that scenario, energy companies and the localities seeking to recoup funds for climate change damages would remain in legal limbo. — Henry Gass, Christian Science Monitor, 5 Oct. 2026 Supreme Court Updates Follow for the latest on the court as the justices consider whether states and localities can try to hold oil companies responsible for damages from climate change. — New York Times, 4 Oct. 2026 The justices have been asked to determine whether states and localities have the ability to sue fossil fuel companies for damages caused by the effects of climate change, or whether federal law precludes such lawsuits. — Callie Patteson, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026 The outcome of the case could impact scores of similar lawsuits brought by states and localities against fossil-fuel producers alleging violations of state law. — Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 28 Sep. 2026 Reuters has separately reported that the administration is seeking a larger role in elections, which are primarily administered by states and localities. — Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

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By integrating the launcher into a standard shipping container, the solution can be transported more easily, moved between locations, and incorporated into existing logistics and transportation networks.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
While the grocer has several locations across Los Angeles, its Beverly Hills outpost is the biggest scene and a tourist attraction in its own right, drawing visitors who make a point of stopping in to see what the hype is about.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of locations

Noun

Japan’s network of independent arthouse venues, known locally as mini-theaters, is supported by experienced distributors of international cinema.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Oct. 2026
The New Braunfels, Texas, resident kept a frenetic touring schedule, headlining major Texas venues and mid-sized dance halls around the country, with occasional arena or amphitheater stops opening for Koe Wetzel thrown in.

— Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of venues

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Two years ago, the judges ruled that cities can ban people from sleeping and camping in public places.

— Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 21 Oct. 2026
In a city where change is constant — especially in the food and beverage scene — Charlotte’s classic restaurants are among the most beloved places to gather with family and friends or stop in for a comforting bite to eat.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of places

Noun

Those groups go to 63 third-party logistics sites this year, and each site stages the boxes for 25 to 30 stores before loading them onto trucks.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Nancy’s British father, Gerald Cadogan, is an academic and archaeologist, and much of her childhood was spent on excavation sites in Cyprus and Crete.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026

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