as in elevation
an area of high ground
the air is thinner at higher altitudes
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Recent Examples of altitudes
The jet stream is a highway of air at high altitudes which steers weather systems.
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Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
1 July 2026
Advances in engineering and flying at high altitudes can mitigate noise and avoid the rattling blast of a sonic boom.
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Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
1 July 2026
Hitting the ball on the seam reduces drag, and the effect is less likely to occur at higher altitudes.
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ArsTechnica,
30 June 2026
Vineyards in Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG are situated north of Verona in a 20-mile-wide mountainous band at the foot of the Dolomites at altitudes ranging from 500 to 1,640 feet above sea level, with heights above 1,100 feet really making the difference.
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Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
28 June 2026
Blending matters more, too; while the village of Faugères lends its name to the wine, six others at varying altitudes (up to 400m) and exposures make up the appellation.
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Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
The booster accelerates it to high altitudes and extreme speeds before separating, allowing the unpowered glide body to descend.
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David Szondy
june 26,
New Atlas,
26 June 2026
Removing moving parts could result in improved aerodynamics and efficiency, particularly at high altitudes.
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Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
24 June 2026
Heat, humidity, exercise, and even high altitudes increase loss.
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Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 June 2026
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
1 July 2026
Advances in engineering and flying at high altitudes can mitigate noise and avoid the rattling blast of a sonic boom.
—
Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
1 July 2026
Hitting the ball on the seam reduces drag, and the effect is less likely to occur at higher altitudes.
—
ArsTechnica,
30 June 2026
Vineyards in Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG are situated north of Verona in a 20-mile-wide mountainous band at the foot of the Dolomites at altitudes ranging from 500 to 1,640 feet above sea level, with heights above 1,100 feet really making the difference.
—
Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
28 June 2026
Blending matters more, too; while the village of Faugères lends its name to the wine, six others at varying altitudes (up to 400m) and exposures make up the appellation.
—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
The booster accelerates it to high altitudes and extreme speeds before separating, allowing the unpowered glide body to descend.
—
David Szondy
june 26,
New Atlas,
26 June 2026
Removing moving parts could result in improved aerodynamics and efficiency, particularly at high altitudes.
—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
24 June 2026
Heat, humidity, exercise, and even high altitudes increase loss.
—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for altitudes
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The 10 counties with the lowest percentage of households with AC in the continental United States were all located in coastal areas in California and Oregon, or in the higher elevations of Colorado.
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Apiri recently expanded with an adjacent wine-tasting and events space, Ferment Artisan Lab, where oenophiles can get to know the island’s limestone-rich elevations through a taste of some of the best local producers.
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Kotagiri was once a hill station from the British era, and that’s why many of its older houses feature the same heavy stone masonry.
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The rolling hills and pastureland of Vernon County are home to the highest concentration of organic farms in the state.
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The new boat actively stabilizes its ride height, roll, and pitch to minimize deck motion, ensuring safe pilot transfers even at high speeds.
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Raise mowing height during dry spells to promote deeper roots and conserve soil moisture.
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Whether your itinerary is packed with sweaty mountain hikes, relaxing beach days, or bopping around wine bars, staying cool is essential in summer heatwaves.
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That caught the attention of vineyard consultant Ken Swegles, who subsequently put him to work during harvest at dozens of small sites throughout the mountains.
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“Altitudes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altitudes. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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