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Term: Parochially

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

Definition: In a narrow-minded or limited manner, pertaining to narrow and limited views, perspectives, or beliefs.

Example sentence 1: The town's residents were known for their parochially conservative values.

Example sentence 2: The teacher encouraged her students to think globally, rather than parochially.

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Sense 2:

Definition: In a localized or restricted manner, pertaining to a specific parish or district.

Example sentence 1: The church leadership focused parochially on the needs of their local community.

Example sentence 2: The local business thrived by catering to the parochially specific tastes of the town's residents.

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