terrains

noun

Definition of terrainsnext
plural of terrain
1
as in areas
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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2
as in geographies
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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3
as in environments
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 Synonyms for terrains
  1. areas
  2. geographies
  3. environments
  4. realms
  5. landscapes
  6. domains
  7. departments
  8. climates
Noun
  • Other areas may see stabilization or slight price dips.
    Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Where the Starbucks strikes are taking place Baristas have walked picket lines and shut down Starbucks locations across 13 metro areas in recent days, according to the union.
    Kate Gibson, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of areas
Noun
  • Nike saw sales down in all four of its geographies.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Similarly, cultural references in sports, like the distinction between football and soccer, can vary widely across geographies.
    Mike Villalobos, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of geographies
Noun
  • In high-rate environments, these firms have struggled as margins have come under pressure and borrowing has gotten more difficult.
    Bret Kenwell, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • These innovations enable autonomous systems to operate in complex environments, adapt to challenges, and refine their behaviors through continuous learning.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of environments
Noun
  • And so the entire experience was designed to help people understand what these three realms mean to them.
    Charles Moss, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
  • In these realms, Archaea—microorganisms similar to, but evolutionarily distinct from, bacteria—thrive.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of realms
Noun
  • Desert ants navigate vast, featureless landscapes with uncanny precision.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
  • For example, in Tuscany, families can explore Renaissance art and architecture amidst pastoral landscapes.
    Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of landscapes
Noun
  • The main selling point of our domains may be the metaphor or emotional invocations, so the connection to keywords is tangential or opaque.
    Darpan Munjal, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Before long, researchers were applying similar techniques to a wide variety of domains, including natural language.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of domains
Noun
  • Although most federal employees will be off, the White House said that the heads of executive departments and agencies will determine if certain offices and installations of their organizations must remain open on Tuesday.
    Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In November, with avian flu spreading, the agriculture and public health departments jointly issued information and guidance for consumers about milk safety, raw milk and the rules in Connecticut.
    Jan Ellen Spiegel, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of departments
Noun
  • Of course, outdoor activities in cold climates require precautions, including dressing appropriately, staying hydrated, being cautious on icy trails, and pacing oneself.
    Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Different regions yield specific varieties that have adapted to grow in certain climates.
    Noël Fletcher, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of climates
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