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as in promotions
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
the appointment of Sandra Day O'Connor marked the first elevation of a woman to the U.S. Supreme Court
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as in hills
an area of high ground
Little Round Top is one of the most visited elevations in the entire Gettysburg National Military Park
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Recent Examples of elevations
Wind gusts could exceed 40 mph in some of the higher elevations, and some ridge tops could see gusts around 60 mph.
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Jose Fabian, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Though Boise wasn’t expected to see freezing temperatures, higher elevations in Idaho are about to get icy, the weather service said.
—Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 10 June 2026
Engineering for extreme heights Operating at elevations above 656 feet introduces a unique engineering challenges.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 June 2026
Built with Henry Ford-like efficiency from a 26-step process, Levittown houses came in five colors and several elevations.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 June 2026
Research comparing obese and non-obese horses has found that their serum lipid profile closely mirrors that of obese humans, with the same elevations in free fatty acids and the same patterns of fatty acid accumulation associated with inflammation.
—Joshua Moen, STAT, 8 June 2026
Relocate to cooler regions along the coast or at higher elevations.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
With elevations ranging from 5,500 feet to nearly 13,000 feet, the varied topography of the forest provides a vast playground suited for every season.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
In this volume are all the wild, enthused lines, stoked for life’s daily mysteries, and all the tender elevations that we have been used to experiencing in the poetry of Eileen Myles!
—Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Jose Fabian, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Though Boise wasn’t expected to see freezing temperatures, higher elevations in Idaho are about to get icy, the weather service said.
—Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 10 June 2026
Engineering for extreme heights Operating at elevations above 656 feet introduces a unique engineering challenges.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 June 2026
Built with Henry Ford-like efficiency from a 26-step process, Levittown houses came in five colors and several elevations.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 June 2026
Research comparing obese and non-obese horses has found that their serum lipid profile closely mirrors that of obese humans, with the same elevations in free fatty acids and the same patterns of fatty acid accumulation associated with inflammation.
—Joshua Moen, STAT, 8 June 2026
Relocate to cooler regions along the coast or at higher elevations.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
With elevations ranging from 5,500 feet to nearly 13,000 feet, the varied topography of the forest provides a vast playground suited for every season.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
In this volume are all the wild, enthused lines, stoked for life’s daily mysteries, and all the tender elevations that we have been used to experiencing in the poetry of Eileen Myles!
—Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elevations
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Look for menu and drink specials and other promotions to be noted on the website.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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Check Fidelity's promotions page for the latest offers here.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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Every July tens of thousands of cyclists cross Iowa from the Missouri River to the Mississippi, riding past farm stands that will turn into dance parties by nightfall, across miles of cornfields and up rolling hills.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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My room, like many others, was bright, minimal and newly redesigned, with a terrace looking out to the hills.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
7 June 2026
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Videos of climbers waiting in long queues in an area known as the death zone – where the air is too thin to breathe unaided for long – on their way to the summit have once again made headlines, alongside record-breaking ascents from both Nepali and foreign climbers.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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Both Andrews and Gelu Sherpa used supplemental oxygen during their record-setting ascents.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Following the rescue, photos shared by the agency show mounds of garbage lining the floor where the chute was located.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
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Nearby, Gloria Amposah was barely visible among mounds of women’s tops and dresses from the Netherlands.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
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These advancements are made possible with Spectrum’s fiber broadband network and industry-leading reliability and speed, which delivers the fastest and most reliable Internet*, keeping game day viewing seamless and exciting.—
Dennis Johnson,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Chinese constellations such as Guowang and Spacesail are typically at higher altitudes, above 800 km, and China may launch 1,000 or more rockets over the next decade to support these constellations.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
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Girlan Trattmann 2022 Pinot Noir Riserva Alto Adige Made in a fresh yet elegant style, this northern Italian Pinot Noir is from Cantina Girlan’s oldest vineyards, which sit at altitudes between 1,250 and 1,640 feet.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
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Pebble beach, stone cliffs and open sea views shape the setting, while the villa’s southwest orientation draws sunlight through the day and holds the Adriatic in sight until sunset.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Popular spots like Angels Landing and The Narrows offer unforgettable hiking, especially at sunset when the cliffs glow orange in the light of the setting sun.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2026
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Several of the incidents took place in the mountains, with some people injured while out foraging for wild plants and vegetables.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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There is snow on the mountains, dense fog that blankets crops in the fall, giving life to wine-country grapes, fires in the dry season and the occasional earthquake.—
Zinzi Clemmons,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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“Elevations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elevations. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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