hyperlocal

adjective

hy·​per·​lo·​cal ˌhī-pər-ˈlō-kəl How to pronounce hyperlocal (audio)
: limited to a very small geographical area
hyperlocal news/weather
hyperlocal marketing
Public health authorities have responded by shifting efforts away from mass vaccination sites and focusing on communities with the lowest vaccination rates. This hyperlocal approach … hinges on making the shots easy to reach …Jon Schuppe et al.

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Earth, a mobile app that connects people to hyperlocal actions tied to regional climate goals, offering rewards for measurable impact. Afdhel Aziz, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 This means partnering with creators who can reach hyper-niche markets or run hyperlocal campaigns. Danielle Wiley, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 Adding tons of soil and 5,000 hyperlocal native plants. Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024 Executive Chef Graham House and Chef de Cuisine Sean McMullen source hyperlocal ingredients and celebrate the area's rich culinary heritage. Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for hyperlocal 

Word History

Etymology

hyper- + local entry 1

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hyperlocal was in 1921

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“Hyperlocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hyperlocal. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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