as in topography
the physical features of a region as a whole
the geography of the region matches ancient descriptions of the location of the lost city
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Recent Examples of geography
Those findings line up with archaeological evidence that suggests Neanderthals and humans overlapped in geography as humans traveled out of Africa.
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Evan Bush, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
The geography of the area and wind direction play key roles in determining snowfall intensity and location.
—Tom Howarth, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
According to the group’s research, factors like geography and home type play into porch piracy statistics.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 11 Dec. 2024
The menu at Meza Malonga, a chic fine-dining spot in the Rwandan capital of Kigali, doubles as a syllabus in geography, and chef Dieuveil Malonga makes an exemplary professor.
—Sarah Khan, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Dec. 2024
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Evan Bush, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
The geography of the area and wind direction play key roles in determining snowfall intensity and location.
—Tom Howarth, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
According to the group’s research, factors like geography and home type play into porch piracy statistics.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 11 Dec. 2024
The menu at Meza Malonga, a chic fine-dining spot in the Rwandan capital of Kigali, doubles as a syllabus in geography, and chef Dieuveil Malonga makes an exemplary professor.
—Sarah Khan, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Dec. 2024
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And given the topography of the area, the league might have to take over the parking lot for a few weeks, essentially shutting down the park to visitors.Mark Lazerus, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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The tunnels and the stunning topography were matched only by the people.Thomas Board, contributor, CNBC, 25 Dec. 2024
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Cavuto's exit marks a series of notable shifts this year across the TV landscape.Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Gingrich, meanwhile, appeared for just over a minute in the middle of season two, when Parks was still finding its footing in the network TV landscape.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Viewers on Instagram have flooded the comments section with their awe at the small-sized dog's endurance and determination to keep up with his owners in difficult terrain.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Paddle through the striking cliffs of Nitmiluk Gorge or explore the untouched terrain of Jatbula and Larapinta Trails.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Geography.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/geography. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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