Synonyms for
Localized
Definition
Limited to a specific area or region.
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Common collocations
- localized outbreak
- localized infection
- localized pain
- localized flooding
- localized effects
- localized market
- localized search
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Usage note
Often used in contexts like medicine, technology, or geography to describe something that is restricted to a particular place or area. Avoid using it when a more general term like 'global' or 'widespread' is appropriate.
Example sentences
- The virus outbreak was localized to a single state.
- The damage from the storm was localized to a few blocks.
- The company's marketing strategy was localized for the Asian market.
- The archaeologists found a localized cluster of ancient artifacts.
- The firefighters quickly localized the fire and prevented it from spreading.
Quotes
'Localization is the process of adapting a product or service to meet the language, cultural and other specific requirements of a particular country or region.' - BusinessDictionary
'In a world where the big things can often feel beyond our control, it's the small things that can make a real difference. A localized approach allows us to focus on the little things that matter.' - Richard Benyon
'It's easy to see why there's a growing interest in localized food and drink. By eating food that's grown or produced in your region, you're helping to support local farmers and businesses.' - Sabrina Ghayour