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[–] [email protected] 4 points 19 hours ago (1 children)

But someone from outside the region would call them the same. That person would need to move there for a while before they can tell the difference. Meanwhile they can tell culture differences between that area and Texas without effort.

[–] teft 3 points 19 hours ago

Boston and downeast maine are culturally distinct. You wouldn’t confuse them if you’re from away. Unless you can confuse sprawling metropolis for rural coastline…