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What is the opposite of foreign?

The opposite of foreign depends on the context:

If you're talking about nationality:

* Domestic - referring to one's own country.

* Native - born or produced in a particular place.

* Local - belonging to a particular place.

If you're talking about familiarity:

* Familiar - well-known, common, or easily recognized.

* Native - belonging naturally to a particular place or country.

* Indigenous - originating or occurring naturally in a particular place.

If you're talking about something new or unfamiliar:

* Known - recognized or identified.

* Familiar - well-known, common, or easily recognized.

* Native - belonging naturally to a particular place or country.

The best opposite will depend on the specific meaning of "foreign" in the context of your sentence.

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