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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Named after the man who penned the national anthem during the War of 1812, the Key Bridge was a beloved feature of Baltimore’s skyline and a symbol of its proud working-class history.
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Lea Skene, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
The property looks right over the Bay to the San Francisco skyline and the setting sun.
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
Hang out on the heated rooftop pool for stunning views of the Mexico City skyline.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
What to expect: Urban Oak offers a full view of Raleigh's skyline from its rooftop deck.
—Zachery Eanes, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
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Lea Skene, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
The property looks right over the Bay to the San Francisco skyline and the setting sun.
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
Hang out on the heated rooftop pool for stunning views of the Mexico City skyline.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
What to expect: Urban Oak offers a full view of Raleigh's skyline from its rooftop deck.
—Zachery Eanes, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for skyline
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“Skyline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skyline. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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