as in cape
an area of land that juts out into a body of water
the peninsula is constantly buffeted by storms
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Recent Examples of peninsula
Authorities had warned of volcanic activity as magma accumulated beneath the peninsula, about 20 miles southwest of Reykjavik, Reuters reported.
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Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
The Canadian company’s 645-mile pipeline carries oil products from across northern Wisconsin through Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsulas to Sarnia, Ontario.
—Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
The storm also is expected to spawn some tornadoes, which could hit the Florida Keys and the far southwest parts of the Florida peninsula through Wednesday night.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
His district covers a wide swath of the lower peninsula, and includes Ludington, Mt. Pleasant, Clare, Caledonia and Ionia.
—Arpan Lobo, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
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Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
The Canadian company’s 645-mile pipeline carries oil products from across northern Wisconsin through Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsulas to Sarnia, Ontario.
—Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
The storm also is expected to spawn some tornadoes, which could hit the Florida Keys and the far southwest parts of the Florida peninsula through Wednesday night.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
His district covers a wide swath of the lower peninsula, and includes Ludington, Mt. Pleasant, Clare, Caledonia and Ionia.
—Arpan Lobo, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peninsula
Noun
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Joe Burrow is ready to sport a different kind of uniform — one with a suit and cape.Shyla Watson, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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During this time, the designer cultivated a signature look—body-conscious gowns that were often covered in dazzling crystals and sequins, and punctuated with fabulous feather boas or capes.Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
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Police at one point said the fatalities included four victims plus the shooter, but later lowered the number to two.Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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According to a video caught by bystanders, the two could be seen interacting with each other at one point by having a money throwing competition.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Gusts up to 70 mph are possible on beaches and headlands.Hallie Golden and Christopher Weber, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Nov. 2024
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With gusts potentially topping 35 mph – and likely faster near beaches and headlands – trees and power lines are at risk of being knocked down, the Pacific County Emergency Management Agency warned.Hallie Golden and Christopher Weber, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Peninsula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peninsula. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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