prominences

noun

Definition of prominencesnext
plural of prominence
as in hills
an area of high ground a rocky prominence that commands a stunning view of the surrounding area

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  1. cliffs
  2. elevations
  3. mountains
Noun
  • Views include red rock pinnacles and cliffs, Sinagua cliff dwellings, wildlife and a rare riparian habitat.
    Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 2 Oct. 2024
  • With dramatic cliffs that cascade into the Pacific and countless cute country towns along the way, Highway 1 is one of those bucket list road trips that is absolutely worth the hype.
    Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of cliffs
Noun
  • But in northern and eastern portions of the state with higher elevations, this is when people can expect peak fall colors.
    Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 2 Oct. 2024
  • Why western North Carolina was hit so hard Western North Carolina suffered relatively more devastation because that’s where the remnants of Helene encountered the higher elevations and cooler air of the Appalachian Mountains, causing even more rain to fall.
    Erik Verduzco and Jeffrey Collins, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of elevations
Noun
  • 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
  • But in the summer, many more people flock to Whitney and the surrounding mountains and are often unprepared for the harsh terrain.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of mountains
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