1
: the apparent juncture of earth and sky : horizon
2
: an outline (as of buildings or a mountain range) against the background of the sky
Examples of skyline in a Sentence
the New York City skyline
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Rounding it all out are the alluring grounds, which span nearly a quarter-acre and come with plenty of spots for alfresco lounging and entertaining while overlooking picturesque views of the Getty Museum, Capitol Records tower, and the downtown L.A. skyline.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
The entire Glass City Metropark is across the river from downtown Toledo, offering views of the city skyline, the Maumee River, and three Toledo bridges: Veterans Memorial Skyway, Martin Luther King Bridge, and Anthony Wayne Bridge.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2024
Despite the absence of modern technology, this ingenious system contributes to the island’s stunning skyline.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 24 Oct. 2024
The group delivered the track out of the studio, on a rooftop against the Los Angeles skyline, dressed in coordinating pastel outfits and go-go boots.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2024
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
The entire Glass City Metropark is across the river from downtown Toledo, offering views of the city skyline, the Maumee River, and three Toledo bridges: Veterans Memorial Skyway, Martin Luther King Bridge, and Anthony Wayne Bridge.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2024
Despite the absence of modern technology, this ingenious system contributes to the island’s stunning skyline.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 24 Oct. 2024
The group delivered the track out of the studio, on a rooftop against the Los Angeles skyline, dressed in coordinating pastel outfits and go-go boots.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2024
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“Skyline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skyline. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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