* Focusing on location: "We stopped at the local bakery for some fresh bread."
* Emphasizing proximity: "The local library is just a short walk from my house."
* Highlighting community: "The local farmers market is a great place to meet your neighbors."
* Referring to a specific area: "The local news reported on a major traffic accident."
* Contrasting with something broader: "While the national economy is struggling, the local economy is actually thriving."
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