as in topography
the physical features of a region as a whole
the geography of the region matches ancient descriptions of the location of the lost city
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Recent Examples of geography
At a fundamental level, geography shapes the decisions many of these countries have to make.
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Yuen Foong Khong, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
The company creates films that trace hidden connections across cultures and geographies, uncovering the rare threads that unite people and histories.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 20 June 2025
Advertisement Iran’s geography and demography will also affect the course of this conflict.
—Narges Bajoghli, Time, 19 June 2025
Each summer for more than a decade, Jim gathers 40 of the state’s young leaders, many of whom are now lawmakers, from all walks of life, political persuasions and geography.
—Jim Nowlan, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025
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Yuen Foong Khong, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
The company creates films that trace hidden connections across cultures and geographies, uncovering the rare threads that unite people and histories.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 20 June 2025
Advertisement Iran’s geography and demography will also affect the course of this conflict.
—Narges Bajoghli, Time, 19 June 2025
Each summer for more than a decade, Jim gathers 40 of the state’s young leaders, many of whom are now lawmakers, from all walks of life, political persuasions and geography.
—Jim Nowlan, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for geography
Recent Examples of Synonyms for geography
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Red and pink tones indicate forested wetlands and floodplains, especially along rivers, while the green regions depict dense forest and more rugged topography in the north.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
23 June 2025
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The resort blends contrasting personalities, public and private golf, varying topographies, differing design philosophies, and a wide range of dining options.—
Tim Corlett,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Emphasis was placed on breadth of true impact across the widest landscape.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 June 2025
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Embracing flexible work arrangements not only benefits employees but also positions companies for future success in a rapidly evolving business landscape.—
Nancy Pulciano,
Rolling Stone,
25 June 2025
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Unlike many other raptors that rely on sudden ambush attacks, the gyrfalcon excels at long chases across tundra and icy terrain, often locking onto prey and keeping pursuit until the target is exhausted.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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At the same time, urban development continues to expand into steep, hazard-prone terrain, exposing more people and infrastructure to evolving risks.—
Brian J. Yanites,
The Conversation,
26 June 2025
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“Geography.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/geography. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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