Thesaurus results for TERRAINS

terrains

noun

plural of terrain

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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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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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 terrains Comfort is offered by way of a leather footbed and OrthoLite cushioning, while the Vibram 262k Bifida outsole provides stability, shock absorption and grip across different terrains. —

Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026 But the images from his studio—their panache and sensuality, the rich density of their optical terrains—have made Keïta a lodestar of West Africa’s twentieth-century photography. —

Zoë Hopkins, New Yorker, 7 Feb. 2026 Made from a quick-drying and breathable Enduro performance fabric, I've been constantly impressed by the resilience of these pants through a variety of climates and terrains. —

Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026 Siting houses in some of America’s most breathtaking but also rugged terrains, the AD100 architect takes care to create a deep sense of shelter—nestling buildings into hillsides, even blasting into rock—and engineer awe through sweeping vistas and intimate connections to nature. —

Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 19 Jan. 2026 The team trains by going on runs or hikes in difficult terrains throughout Los Angeles County and by doing brush clearance several times a week. —

Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026 The car has some upgrades for racing, including a tighter suspension and Roush exhaust and intake, though the tires are BFGoodrich all-terrains. —

Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026 Arizona is mostly known for its dry weather, hot summers, and desert terrains. —

Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026 Rounds of heavy snow are also expected in the higher terrains of the Cascades and the Northern Rockies on Wednesday. —

Kathryn Prociv, NBC news, 17 Dec. 2025

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Noun

During heavy rainfall, there is a risk of flooding, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.

— KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
The Whiteley Estate also harvests rainwater, which is reused in both guest bathrooms and public areas, and runs on an energy monitoring system that analyses the use of electricity, heating, water and gas to optimize how and when it’s used.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026