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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
we're moving into unfamiliar terrain if we bring pre-Columbian art into our discussion
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as in geography
the physical features of a region as a whole
an analysis of the terrain revealed that an invasion force of paratroopers would have their work cut out for them
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as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
a new senator getting lost in the foggy terrain of double-dealing and deception
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Recent Examples of terrain
The journey includes time spent in the backcountry and turns in untracked terrain.
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Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
Things to do at Arizona Snowbowl Besides downhill skiing, Arizona Snowbowl also has:
A terrain park with a variety of obstacles.
—The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
Landscape terrain, weather conditions, access to walking paths, and safety concerns can all affect a person's step count.
Access to resources: Like access to sidewalks and walking paths, access to fitness resources can increase an individual's likelihood of hitting their step goal.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 4 Dec. 2024
Or explore the stunning terrain another way: try heli-skiing the backcountry of the Uncompahgre National Forest.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
Things to do at Arizona Snowbowl Besides downhill skiing, Arizona Snowbowl also has:
A terrain park with a variety of obstacles.
—The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
Landscape terrain, weather conditions, access to walking paths, and safety concerns can all affect a person's step count.
Access to resources: Like access to sidewalks and walking paths, access to fitness resources can increase an individual's likelihood of hitting their step goal.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 4 Dec. 2024
Or explore the stunning terrain another way: try heli-skiing the backcountry of the Uncompahgre National Forest.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrain
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Salerno said highs for the region this time of year in the desert are typically in the 70s and 60s in higher terrain areas.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Instead of focusing solely on saturated areas, ask where healthcare innovation is genuinely lacking.Janet Zhang, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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While the baby and toddler crates are generalized, older kids have their choice of themes: science, engineering, art, and geography.Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
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But mostly, what the rich women did was go on a trip to Oceanside, California, which, for those without intimate knowledge of geography or the California coast, is between Orange County and San Diego.Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2024
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Each product is built with precision and care, featuring whisper-quiet motors, scratch-resistant surfaces, and modern designs that fit perfectly into any environment.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Demko’s solid outing — MacKinnon denied With a stable defensive environment in front of him, Demko was sharp and in control all night.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Earn rewards on your spending: Best credit cards for shopping In the realm of experiences, cruise company Virgin Voyages began this month offering its first product accepting bitcoin as a payment option — a $120,000 annual pass for up to a year of sailing on its cruise ships.Mimosa Spencer, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Given all of that, what possible threat could an email service launched by Elon Musk, let alone one that currently remains in the realm of rumor, pose to Gmail users?Davey Winder, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Helping employees navigate the topography by feeling secure and united helps employees know what is expected and predicts the behaviors desired.Andrea Carter, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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The island also has some of the most dramatic topography in Greece.Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2024
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To determine the right model for your business, professor Sebastian Reiche’s award-winning framework emphasizes balancing autonomy with interdependence – two critical elements shaping today’s companies. 4.IESE Business School, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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The show suggests that Ailey worked in ways similar to Valentim—both were reaching back in time, retrieving elements of Africa’s past via abstraction.Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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At the same time, Jenkins wanted more expansive CG photorealism for the environments, covering the breadth and beauty of African landscapes.Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 20 Dec. 2024
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Spain boasts 13 different climate zones, some 3,000 hours of sunlight annually and diverse filming locations that range from natural landscapes, rural and historical sites and vibrant cityscapes.Patrick Frater, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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The presence of luminaries such as Clive Davis and Quincy Jones as music chairmen, along with show producer George Schlatter, created an atmosphere of star power that rivals even the top entertainment industry awards shows.Rosemary Rossi, Variety, 15 Dec. 2024
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In the thick atmosphere, stray dogs fight with seabirds for scraps of offal and urinate against the barrels of blood and salt water where waiting fish float.Christopher Cameron, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Terrain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terrain. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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