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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
we're moving into unfamiliar terrain if we bring pre-Columbian art into our discussion
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as in geography
the physical features of a region as a whole
an analysis of the terrain revealed that an invasion force of paratroopers would have their work cut out for them
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as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
a new senator getting lost in the foggy terrain of double-dealing and deception
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Recent Examples of terrain
Orienteering is a sport where athletes race across an unfamiliar terrain with the use of a map and a compass.
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Ben Morse, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
The fire's location in steep and rocky terrain posed safety concerns for firefighters, the Forest Service said.
—Julie Mendes, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2025
In both cases, local and federal law enforcement teamed up to deploy helicopters and ground teams to track the suspects across mountainous terrain.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Crews on the ground will direct the aircraft for water drops of any active fire or smoke in this steep terrain.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Aug. 2025
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Ben Morse, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
The fire's location in steep and rocky terrain posed safety concerns for firefighters, the Forest Service said.
—Julie Mendes, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2025
In both cases, local and federal law enforcement teamed up to deploy helicopters and ground teams to track the suspects across mountainous terrain.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Crews on the ground will direct the aircraft for water drops of any active fire or smoke in this steep terrain.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrain
Noun
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control. Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
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Here's your daily look at traffic on major highways in the Kansas City area.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Best conditions for sky watching are typically found away from populated centers, but altitude, direction and local geography also play key roles.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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But Israel’s geography creates a very different context.—
Marc Champion,
Twin Cities,
14 Aug. 2025
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Karl Schneider is an IndyStar environment reporter.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
21 Aug. 2025
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However, toward the end of this week the system could encounter a less favorable environment, limiting its chance for development after that time.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Still, in the realm of your romantic partnerships, themes surrounding your independence and individuality (or lack thereof) could also come up for review.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Maladaptive daydreaming is a form of intense daydreaming characterized by the creation of unrealistic or fantastical situations, conversations, or stories in one’s own mind that are outside the realm of a person’s day-to-day life.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Sinuous light fixtures, modeled after the topography, shine in shipshape rooms that, though modern, feel quintessentially of the place.—
Sam Cochran,
Architectural Digest,
11 Aug. 2025
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The maps are developed using scientific analysis of vegetation, topography, fire weather and wind patterns to identify areas at risk for wildfire, according to a report to councilmembers by Christopher Pena, the city’s emergency management coordinator.—
Jim Drummond,
Oc Register,
31 July 2025
Noun
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Creating Demi was not as simple as halving each element.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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On the other hand, cooking methods like baking, boiling, and mashing don’t usually add these elements.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Their mutual understanding of how to navigate the media landscape is something Kelce values in their relationship.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
12 Aug. 2025
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By embracing consolidation and AI, organizations can move beyond fragmented security tools and finally achieve the level of protection required in today’s threat landscape.—
Mohan Koo,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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His introspective works would range from stories of ordinary life to more overt surrealism, their atmospheres tinged with dreaminess, eroticism and mysterious tensions.—
Josh Slater-Williams,
IndieWire,
17 Aug. 2025
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The bill would ban the release of chemicals into the atmosphere to alter the weather, temperature, climate or block sunlight.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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“Terrain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terrain. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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