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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
It was followed by a two-day marathon stage with volcanic terrain that led into a field of splendid canyons, and a special bivouac without service vehicles.
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Sue Mead, Popular Science, 13 Feb. 2025
Utility terrain vehicles, also known as side-by-sides, are multi-seat off-road vehicles used for work or play, and their use is exploding around the globe.
—Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 11 Feb. 2025
Strong returned to that terrain at HBO with Game Change, about how Alaska governor Sarah Palin upended the candidacy of John McCain in 2008.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2025
Being able to anchor near prime conditions maximizes your hours to explore upwards of 5,500 square miles of terrain—to which the outfit has exclusive heli-skiing access—in the Coast Range.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2025
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Sue Mead, Popular Science, 13 Feb. 2025
Utility terrain vehicles, also known as side-by-sides, are multi-seat off-road vehicles used for work or play, and their use is exploding around the globe.
—Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 11 Feb. 2025
Strong returned to that terrain at HBO with Game Change, about how Alaska governor Sarah Palin upended the candidacy of John McCain in 2008.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2025
Being able to anchor near prime conditions maximizes your hours to explore upwards of 5,500 square miles of terrain—to which the outfit has exclusive heli-skiing access—in the Coast Range.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrain
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After having taken a liking to the languages of the area, specifically Bengali, Clint returned to the U.S. and attended the University of Chicago to get his graduate degree in South Asian languages and civilizations.—
Shanzeh Ahmad,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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The offerings include a 25-meter indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a wellness area, gaming rooms, and a theater.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2025
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The library’s collection encompasses all of La Jolla and is divided into sections by geography and subject matter.—
Robert Vardon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Aurora Police Department currently splits its efforts among different beats, which similar to Aurora City Council wards divide up the city based on geography and police calls, and these will also be considered under the study to see if changes need to be made, Rowley said.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2025
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Our ultimate goal is to create an environment where all voices are heard, and where discussions remain respectful and productive.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2025
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Merz has been considered a potentially better match for President Trump than the current Social Democratic chancellor, Olaf Scholz, not least for his reputation for bluntness at a moment when Europe’s security environment is rapidly changing.—
Natasha Frost,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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In the ever-changing realm of college athletics, a newish position turns 3 years old this June.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
22 Feb. 2025
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Further down in the bubble realm, Kansas State’s surge may have run out of steam in the Mountain time zone.—
Jim Root,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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Savor Puerto Rican coffee The Cordillera Central mountain range—the only mountain range on Puerto Rico’s main island—provides the ideal climate, topography, and soil for growing outstanding coffee beans.—
Amy Gordon,
AFAR Media,
31 Jan. 2025
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And an argument certainly could be made for doing something wholly new and different, with a change in climate, topography and even time zone.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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The episode featured all the elements of the new political order.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
The New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2025
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Rows of small trees and bushes are wrapped snugly in covers to protect them from the elements.—
Dionne Searcey,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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As a result, the legal landscape surrounding copyright and AI is in flux.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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What Happens Next The accusations and their fallout could shape the Republican primary landscape in South Carolina.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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The four-mile-long stretch of sand is often uncrowded, boasting a quiet atmosphere for ultimate relaxation.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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This let the researchers detect the signature of multiple chemicals in the atmosphere of the ultra-hot Jupiter across different atmospheric layers.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Terrain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terrain. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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