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# init(naturalLanguageQuery:region:)

Initializes and returns a local search request based on the provided string and region.

```
convenience init(naturalLanguageQuery: String, region: MKCoordinateRegion)
```

## Parameters

`naturalLanguageQuery`

A string containing the desired search item.

`region`

A map region that provides a hint as to where to search.

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