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New Yorker

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noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of New York

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Hollywood news outlet Deadline reported that the veteran actor, a native New Yorker, was found dead Saturday in his home in The Bronx.

From Barron's Aug. 2, 2026

A. As a native New Yorker, I grew up with countless cuisines just a subway ride away.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

"Our administration will continue to ensure that every New Yorker is safe in their city - and hold accountable any who threaten that," he said.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

“There’s definitely a feeling that the dead internet is here as promised,” says one New Yorker who checked out the Summer of Ludd, showing up for the “flirtation rehabilitation” session on dating without apps.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

Her mom said that was the definition of a good New Yorker.

From "Goodbye Stranger" by Rebecca Stead

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