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Provincial

usgb/prəˈvɪnʃl/Volume
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Geographical ContextPlay
Use 'provincial' to describe things related to parts of a country outside the capital or major cities. SlideShe enjoyed the provincial charm of the small towns.
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Not GlobalPlay
'Provincial' implies a connection to a specific region within a country rather than international or worldwide scope. SlideThe festival featured provincial cuisines from around the country.
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Governmental UsePlay
When discussing government or administration, 'provincial' refers to the regional, not federal level. SlideThe provincial laws were more relaxed than those at the national level.