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neck of the woods

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neck of the woods  (informal)
area of the country I'm surprised to see you in this neck of the woods. What brings you here? There's no scenery like this in your neck of the woods, is there?
See also: neck, Woods

your neck of the woods
the area you come from or where you now live If you're in our neck of the woods, we hope you'll come see us.
Usage notes: often used in the form this neck of the woods: It was a pretty small farm for this neck of the woods.
See also: neck, Woods


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He originally wanted Freddie to scoop the title, saying: "He's from my neck of the woods and he seems to have a good heart.
and them get themselves a good, reliable, experienced agent, that knows exactly what the market is up to in your precise neck of the woods.
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This one is outta Maine, and it's a great collection showcasing the happenings and whatnot in that neck of the woods.
 
 
 
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