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as in hill
usually altitudes plural
an area of high ground
the air is thinner at higher altitudes
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Recent Examples of altitude
It is made from Highland Blue Weber grown in the Los Altos Southern region, where high altitude and rich red volcanic soil naturally add to a sweeter, more floral agave character.
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Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Located at an altitude of about 27,000 feet, Tshiring said the remains have become a grim waypoint for climbers ascending from the Tibetan side of the iconic mountain.
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Simon Ellery,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Heat, humidity, exercise, and even high altitudes increase loss.
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Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 June 2026
Frick confirmed that no software tweaks to the car are needed to enable that performance at altitude.
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Tim Stevens,
ArsTechnica,
22 June 2026
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Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Located at an altitude of about 27,000 feet, Tshiring said the remains have become a grim waypoint for climbers ascending from the Tibetan side of the iconic mountain.
—
Simon Ellery,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Heat, humidity, exercise, and even high altitudes increase loss.
—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 June 2026
Frick confirmed that no software tweaks to the car are needed to enable that performance at altitude.
—
Tim Stevens,
ArsTechnica,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for altitude
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On southbound East Loop 820 frontage road between Lancaster Avenue to Meadowbrook Drive, elevation changes on the new roadway have led to the closure of some streets and road connections, but that frontage road and its accompanying streets are expected to reopen this fall.
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Starting Saturday, precipitation will concentrate in the mountains and bring snowfall to higher-elevation areas, particularly around Valley County and above Stanley, according to Hewko.
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From the bar of his restaurant Dorfman, pointed across the valley to a hill wherea Hezbollah flag once flew.
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Before this year, the production record was held by a 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S that was pulled off the production line, outfitted with a roll cage and a fuel cell, and then sent up the hill at the hands of local legend David Donner in 9 minutes and 53 seconds.
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Platform Sandals Inspired by Martha Stewart Forget sky-high stilettos — Stewart is embracing a more comfortable way to add height.
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The yacht features four guest cabins, including a full-beam owner's suite, and a luminous main deck with full-height glazing.
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“Altitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altitude. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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