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as in native
a usually longtime resident of a locality
the townies are dismayed that all the venerable manses around the village green are being bought as vacation homes by rich interlopers
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as in citizen
a person who lives in a town on a permanent basis
the university board met with an association representing the townies to figure out a solution to the problems created by off-campus parties
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Recent Examples of townie
After enjoying what seems to be only minutes of the dance — likely not even long enough for an unruly townie to spike the prom punch — Karl must ditch his date in the middle of the soiree in order to pursue his latest murder investigation.
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Claire Franken, TVLine, 1 Oct. 2024
With Richard Gere 45 Years After ‘American Gigolo’ – Cannes
The 1982 pic starred Richard Gere, Debra Winger and Louis Gossett Jr. and follows a loner who sets out to finish his Navy Officer training while dealing with a tough-as-nails drill sergeant while also finding love with a local townie.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 14 June 2024
Dine & spa Subsequent newcomers include The Kiosk, a café that pulls in townies with an unbeatable beachfront location where diners tuck into egg-and-bacon rolls, acai bowls, and perfectly textured flat whites at picnic tables under nautical parasols.
—Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2024
Hamaguchi portrays the tension between the townies, especially outdoorsman Takumi (Hitoshi Omika) and his grade-school daughter Hana (Ryo Nishikawa), and the visiting urban sharpies.
—Armond White, National Review, 8 May 2024
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Claire Franken, TVLine, 1 Oct. 2024
With Richard Gere 45 Years After ‘American Gigolo’ – Cannes
The 1982 pic starred Richard Gere, Debra Winger and Louis Gossett Jr. and follows a loner who sets out to finish his Navy Officer training while dealing with a tough-as-nails drill sergeant while also finding love with a local townie.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 14 June 2024
Dine & spa Subsequent newcomers include The Kiosk, a café that pulls in townies with an unbeatable beachfront location where diners tuck into egg-and-bacon rolls, acai bowls, and perfectly textured flat whites at picnic tables under nautical parasols.
—Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2024
Hamaguchi portrays the tension between the townies, especially outdoorsman Takumi (Hitoshi Omika) and his grade-school daughter Hana (Ryo Nishikawa), and the visiting urban sharpies.
—Armond White, National Review, 8 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for townie
Noun
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In the song, which features DJ Jazzy Jeff and B. Simone, the West Philly native takes on the viewpoints of both critics and fans.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Known as an accurate 3-point shooter, Dix, a native of Council Bluffs, Iowa, averaged 14.4 points a game this past season on 50.7% shooting.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Whether these ideas come from visa holders or citizens should not matter.—
Bastiaan Vanacker,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
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What To Know Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly told the press Wednesday that China had put to death four Canadian citizens in recent weeks despite pleas for clemency by former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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When visiting, be aware and courteous to traffic—never block a roadway or stop in a dangerous place—and be respectful of local residents.—
Will McGough,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The residents raised funds for the move and to convert the station into a history museum.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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For some locals, capturing monkeys is a way to remove animals that can bite and tear up yards; villagers can also earn up to $200 for allowing Bioculture to set up a trap on their property.—
ByRefael Kubersky,
science.org,
20 Mar. 2025
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Other videos show villagers gathered nearby, watching as black smoke continues to billow from the wreckage.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The teen’s happy image, usually in a red polo shirt and carrying a backpack, is as popular in souvenir shops across town as Francis in his simple brown habit.—
Time,
Time,
27 Mar. 2025
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After years of consideration, the Sundance Institute’s Board of Trustees announced Thursday that the Colorado town will host its first Sundance in January 2027.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Townie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/townie. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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