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the place and time in which the action for a portion of a dramatic work (as a movie) is set
the movie's locale is ambiguous, though the architecture and dress are suggestive of 19th-century Europe
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Recent Examples of locale
The commonwealth's two largest counties, Jefferson and Fayette, are the only two locales where Democratic nominees outstripped their Republican opponent in 2016 and 2020.
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Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 5 Nov. 2024
Some two-thirds of Nevada’s population lives in Clark County, home to Las Vegas, making that the most important locale to watch (Biden won 53.7% in 2020).
—Joe Walsh, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
At the heart of the island is Indian Creek Country Club, which, per the Miami New Times, was the center of the locale’s social scene in the years following World War II.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2024
On Saturday, Trump spoke at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Latrobe, Pennsylvania and, ostensibly inspired by the locale, rambled his way into an anecdote (?) about the great golfer.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for locale
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Other fantastic terraces will come to life at The St. Regis Riyadh, The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, and other locations in 2025, extending throughout Marriott International’s Luxury Group.Benedetta Rossi, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
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Benson also said her department is aware of non-credible bomb threats that targeted polling locations in Washtenaw, Wayne, Genesee and Saginaw counties, which the FBI tied to Russia.Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 20 Nov. 2024
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And although the characters and setting are new, the show features plenty of nods to the original, including a kiss between Caroline and Annie reminiscent of an iconic scene between Sarah Michelle Gellar’s Kathryn and Selma Blair’s CeCe in the movie.Glenn Garner, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
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Each week a different resource specialist is available during the program to discuss topics like early literacy, nutrition, speech and language development with the parents in a casual, one-on-one setting.Barbara D. Hathaway, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to face risks related to its substantial indebtedness and the need to generate sufficient cash flow from its operations, particularly from its new Sphere venue in Las Vegas.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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And in the venue, among tables stacked with hors d'oeuvres and drinks, Michigan Republicans walked around with some newfound energy.Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
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So while the photography is lovely and the horses are impressive, the show devolves into hour after hour of similar scenes and bland drama.Noel Murray, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
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The closest lodging is about ten miles away in tiny Huntsville, and the nearest hub, with hotels, dining, and an après scene, is 30 minutes downvalley in Ogden.Sam Pfeifle, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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The Explore has a wide band with a thin gel line inside to keep it in place.Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to monitor interest rate and foreign currency risks, with strategies in place to manage exposure.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The company is in the process of developing a lithium refinery in Oklahoma and has entered into agreements for engineering and site development.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Head to the Bluesky site, click Sign up, and follow the instructions on screen.David Nield, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Locale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/locale. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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