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Heartland

usgb/ˈhɑːrtlænd/Volume
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Cultural AssociationPlay
The term often brings to mind certain cultural characteristics or heritage of the area. SlideThe heartland resonates with folk music and traditional crafts.
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Not Literally CentralPlay
'Heartland' can be metaphorical and doesn't always mean geographically central. SlideSilicon Valley is the heartland of tech innovation.
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Emotional ConnectionPlay
Speakers may use 'heartland' to express a deep bond with their nation or origin. SlideReturning to the heartland always fills me with nostalgia.