as in elevation
an area of high ground
the air is thinner at higher altitudes
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Recent Examples of altitudes
In 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration set up a new process for air tour operators in Hawaii wanting to fly at lower altitudes, including recommendations for pilot training and qualifications, as well as aircraft equipment.
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Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
This innovation allows satellites to operate sustainably at very low altitudes, known as Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO).
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
More than 13,000 acres are dedicated to Pinot Noir, with vineyards that span from Alexander Valley in the north to Carneros in the south and with altitudes ranging from sea level all the way up to 2,500 feet.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
The storms form as a result of changes in the jet stream — air currents that flow from west to east at high altitudes.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 20 Mar. 2026
Research on the subject suggested that minor adjustments to flight altitudes or routes to avoid these regions could eliminate a significant portion of this warming using a minimal amount of additional fuel — a theory tested through this trial.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
It’s been a week of welcome change, in terms of temps and altitudes.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
The warheads burst open at high altitudes, scattering dozens of smaller bomblets across a wide area.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
The warheads burst open at high altitudes, scattering dozens of smaller bomblets across a wide area.
—Melanie Lidman, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
This innovation allows satellites to operate sustainably at very low altitudes, known as Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO).
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
More than 13,000 acres are dedicated to Pinot Noir, with vineyards that span from Alexander Valley in the north to Carneros in the south and with altitudes ranging from sea level all the way up to 2,500 feet.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
The storms form as a result of changes in the jet stream — air currents that flow from west to east at high altitudes.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 20 Mar. 2026
Research on the subject suggested that minor adjustments to flight altitudes or routes to avoid these regions could eliminate a significant portion of this warming using a minimal amount of additional fuel — a theory tested through this trial.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
It’s been a week of welcome change, in terms of temps and altitudes.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
The warheads burst open at high altitudes, scattering dozens of smaller bomblets across a wide area.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
The warheads burst open at high altitudes, scattering dozens of smaller bomblets across a wide area.
—Melanie Lidman, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for altitudes
Noun
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But what’s unfolding is less a story of displacement than of professional elevation.—
Kuo Zhang,
Fortune,
23 Mar. 2026
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Along the way, the denim jacket has become among the most recognizable American contributions to global style, symbolizing the young nation’s elevation of workwear and casual dress.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The surrounding Big Rock Forest Preserve is a 1,100-acre preserve containing several sandy hills that overlook the valley filled with woodlands and streams, the release said.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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The other finds have been officially recognized over the course of the biodiversity survey, which explored 64 caves across 10 hills between November 2023 and July 2025, and was published in a report Monday.—
Amarachi Orie,
CNN Money,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Stardom is more nuanced than height and weight and wingspan, but Williams clearly has the physical gifts and general profile of a solid NBA player.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Similar to Jupiter's true superstorms, their activity lasted for months, but unlike true superstorms, their cloud towers only reached modest heights.—
Charles Q. Choi,
Space.com,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Although the precipitation may be on the light side, very welcome rain and mountain snow will be common across the Intermountain West with multiple rounds through the week.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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The area's geography of tall seaside cliffs and sharp mountain ridges can contribute to turbulent air and quick weather changes that pose hazards for aviation.—
JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Altitudes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altitudes. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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