Born and bred

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Cultural Pride

Expresses a strong connection to one's origins and often a sense of pride in local customs and traditions.

She's Chinese born and bred, always celebrating her heritage.

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Not For Travelers

It's not used for those who have just traveled or lived briefly in a place; it implies a deep-rooted upbringing.

I lived there for a year, but I'm not British born and bred.

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Informal Context

Used in casual conversations rather than formal writing; suitable in personal narratives or storytelling.

At the reunion, he boasted of being Boston born and bred.