as in tall
extending to a great distance upward
the brochure described the seaside hotel as "an imposing edifice graced by old world charm, situated atop an altitudinous promontory with panoramic views"
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Adjective
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In the 59th minute, there was the familiar experience of a taller, stronger player (Andy Irving) trying to take a chunk out of him.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025 -
Melodee Buzzard is described by police as being around 4 feet, 6 inches tall and weighing approximately 60 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.—
Greg Norman,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Some American customers are also shunning Starbucks for its relatively high prices, compared to McDonald’s and other less expensive chains like Dunkin’.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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In its most recent quarter, Grab reported revenue of $873 million, 22% higher than the same period the year before.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Altitudinous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altitudinous. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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