1
as in peaks
an elevation of land higher than a hill
my cousin likes to climb mountains just because she can
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2
as in loads
a considerable amount
receives a mountain of mail every year for the holidays
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as in piles
a quantity of things thrown or stacked on one another
he piled a mountain of mashed potatoes on his plate
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Recent Examples of mountains
The mountains of paperwork, according to the department, impacted agencies' ability to make any real progress on the Real ID rollout.
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Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
This is a hallmark of Malibu fires, where the Santa Ana wind push flames over the mountains and hillside and down to the beach.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
The guest suites — located in the main historic building and three neighboring wooden towers — all have views of the soaring mountains in the distance.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Topographic features on Earth’s surface, such as mountains and deep-sea trenches, also distort its shape slightly.
—Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
More people are defeated by blisters than by mountains.
—Brendan Leonard, Outside Online, 21 Oct. 2024
Overlooking the Beagle Channel and surrounded by pristine forest, the hotel will feature views of the water and snow-capped Patagonian mountains.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Move mountains this Thanksgiving (well, sort of) with these sepia mountains on the tips.
—Allure Editors, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
This beloved Arizona watering hole, located down a dirt road in the rugged mountains of western Arizona, has become a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
This is a hallmark of Malibu fires, where the Santa Ana wind push flames over the mountains and hillside and down to the beach.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
The guest suites — located in the main historic building and three neighboring wooden towers — all have views of the soaring mountains in the distance.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Topographic features on Earth’s surface, such as mountains and deep-sea trenches, also distort its shape slightly.
—Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
More people are defeated by blisters than by mountains.
—Brendan Leonard, Outside Online, 21 Oct. 2024
Overlooking the Beagle Channel and surrounded by pristine forest, the hotel will feature views of the water and snow-capped Patagonian mountains.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Move mountains this Thanksgiving (well, sort of) with these sepia mountains on the tips.
—Allure Editors, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
This beloved Arizona watering hole, located down a dirt road in the rugged mountains of western Arizona, has become a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mountains
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The city of Austin, for example, requires permits for any open burning, including of brush piles.Bianca Moreno-Paz, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
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The city of Austin, for example, requires permits for any open burning, including of brush piles.Bianca Moreno-Paz, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
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The board voted on the plan in chunks because the proposal in its entirety proved to be so divisive among board members and the community.Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 11 Dec. 2024
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For instance, if you’re overwhelmed by your workload, try breaking tasks into smaller, more manageable chunks.Q Hamirani, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Members have access to a Single Film Ticket pre-sale, and limited quantities of passes and packages remain on sale.Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
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Try sprinkling ground flaxseed or chia seeds on granola and yogurt, and snack on small quantities of nuts during the day.Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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With Macy’s, Sears, Kmart, RiteAid, CVS, Walgreens, Family Dollar and 99 Cents Only having closed or in the process of closing hundreds of stores, developers can gut and convert their space into residential use or demolish a big box and build anew.David Moin, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Gracie's video received hundreds of comments from people sharing their thoughts and reactions.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, economic factors such as inflation and the rising cost of living are impacting Gen Z’s holiday spending, with many seeking deals and exclusive discounts while still prioritizing ethical choices.Nandan Sheth, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, economic factors such as inflation and the rising cost of living are impacting Gen Z’s holiday spending, with many seeking deals and exclusive discounts while still prioritizing ethical choices.Nandan Sheth, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The answer—and her next move—could depend on the verdict of a trial against Le Pen and two dozen other National Rally party officials.Maggie McGrath, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Over a dozen additional weapons were also recovered from the scene.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Mountains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mountains. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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