1
: the apparent juncture of earth and sky : horizon
2
: an outline (as of buildings or a mountain range) against the background of the sky
Examples of skyline in a Sentence
the New York City skyline
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The project also houses a 15,000-square-foot rooftop flex-stage featuring 26’ clear heights and outdoor terraces with sweeping views of the Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan skylines.
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Having shaped the skyline of downtown Dubai, Emaar Properties is looking abroad for growth, and future targets may be in the world’s two largest economies, according to Founder and Chairman Mohamed Alabbar.
—Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Situated alongside the Hudson River, The Glasshouse has two outdoor terrace spaces with views of the river and New York skyline, which provides a backdrop for cocktail hours and receptions.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Indeed, the urban residence maximizes outdoor space with several upper-level balconies, plus a spacious roof deck with northern views that sweep over the city from Sutro Tower to the tips of the downtown skyline.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Having shaped the skyline of downtown Dubai, Emaar Properties is looking abroad for growth, and future targets may be in the world’s two largest economies, according to Founder and Chairman Mohamed Alabbar.
—Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Situated alongside the Hudson River, The Glasshouse has two outdoor terrace spaces with views of the river and New York skyline, which provides a backdrop for cocktail hours and receptions.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Indeed, the urban residence maximizes outdoor space with several upper-level balconies, plus a spacious roof deck with northern views that sweep over the city from Sutro Tower to the tips of the downtown skyline.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for skyline
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“Skyline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skyline. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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