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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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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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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Sometimes finding the right trees can be an adventure, hiking into forests and mountains to find the oldest trees, patriarchs that hold centuries of information.
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And in the agricultural fields, and in the mountain towns, and in the Sahara.
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“Altitudes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altitudes. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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