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a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs
typically, people feel that turning 21 is a landmark in one's life
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Notable landmarks, such as Doha and Ras Laffan in Qatar, and Al Hufūf and the lush Al Hasa Oasis in Saudi Arabia, are discernible along the coastlines, their urban and natural textures creating a striking contrast to the natural cloud formation.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The town square features restaurants, boutiques and historic landmarks like the 19th-century Moore County Courthouse and the Moore County Old Jail Museum.
—Jordan Green, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
Along with landmarks like the Gothic Revival Notre-Dame Basilica, tourists should make time to visit local businesses, which give insight into the city’s distinct personality.
—Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
The Main Trail will take you past all of Petra’s most notable landmarks including the Siq, Treasury, and Theater.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Your insights could inspire others to explore our rich blend of outdoor beauty, cultural landmarks and entertainment hotspots.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 21 Dec. 2024
Step into the gondola and soar into the air for panoramic views of Rose City and all of its iconic landmarks.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
In 1960, country's Mother Church was one of many spiritual landmarks that also welcomed the playing of rootsy secular music for thousands.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
The specificity of his imagery, from local radio shoutouts to South Central landmarks, grounds the track in LA’s cultural fabric, rendering it both personal and universal.
—Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2024
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The town square features restaurants, boutiques and historic landmarks like the 19th-century Moore County Courthouse and the Moore County Old Jail Museum.
—Jordan Green, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
Along with landmarks like the Gothic Revival Notre-Dame Basilica, tourists should make time to visit local businesses, which give insight into the city’s distinct personality.
—Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
The Main Trail will take you past all of Petra’s most notable landmarks including the Siq, Treasury, and Theater.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Your insights could inspire others to explore our rich blend of outdoor beauty, cultural landmarks and entertainment hotspots.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 21 Dec. 2024
Step into the gondola and soar into the air for panoramic views of Rose City and all of its iconic landmarks.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
In 1960, country's Mother Church was one of many spiritual landmarks that also welcomed the playing of rootsy secular music for thousands.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
The specificity of his imagery, from local radio shoutouts to South Central landmarks, grounds the track in LA’s cultural fabric, rendering it both personal and universal.
—Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Landmarks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/landmarks. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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