Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclivity
Noun
  • The pedestrian bridge that connects the structure, located down the hill from the town and over a highway, is closed.
    Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2025
  • It's reached by car and ferry, and cantilevers slightly over a hill on a sprawling rural site.
    Adam Williams, New Atlas, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Walking at an incline on a treadmill or walking uphill outdoors places less stress on the joints and is less impactful; thus, it may be better tolerated than walking on flat surfaces.
    Tim Petrie, DPT, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Many of the bed frames in this list have customizable elevations, typically reaching around 45-degree inclines.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The latter franchise is gearing up for the playoffs and perhaps an ascent to the NBA's summit, where the Larry O'Brien Trophy awaits.
    Bobby Krivitsky, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Don’t forget sunscreen, sturdy athletic shoes, and layers; some people find trekking poles help with balance during the ascent.
    Jamie Siebrase, The Denver Post, 23 Mar. 2025
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“Acclivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acclivity. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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