1The parochial views of the local council hindered the development of the city's infrastructure.
2Is it not parochial to prioritize the needs of our own community over those of neighboring towns?
3Her parochial upbringing limited her exposure to diverse cultures and ideas.
4The company's parochial approach to business led to its failure to expand into international markets.
5The parochial nature of the debate ignored the global implications of the policy change.