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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
This journey requires them to climb fish ladders over dams, navigate culverts diverting streams under roads, and ascend up to elevations of 7,000 feet.
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Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026
Now, with vast open landscapes and high elevations that provide ideal conditions for harnessing solar and wind energy, many pastoral lands have become key sites for large-scale renewable energy projects.
—Sanggay Tashi, The Conversation, 11 June 2026
Lastly, the Bengals have traditionally rolled over cap space to the next season while also allocating a portion, before the year, to practice squad elevations, injury contingencies and reserves.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Wind gusts could exceed 40 mph in some of the higher elevations, and some ridge tops could see gusts around 60 mph.
—Jose Fabian, CBS News, 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
Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026
Now, with vast open landscapes and high elevations that provide ideal conditions for harnessing solar and wind energy, many pastoral lands have become key sites for large-scale renewable energy projects.
—Sanggay Tashi, The Conversation, 11 June 2026
Lastly, the Bengals have traditionally rolled over cap space to the next season while also allocating a portion, before the year, to practice squad elevations, injury contingencies and reserves.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Wind gusts could exceed 40 mph in some of the higher elevations, and some ridge tops could see gusts around 60 mph.
—Jose Fabian, CBS News, 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elevations
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Check Fidelity's promotions page for the latest offers here.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Ringel and Levy Dagerman personally wrangled roughly 20 marketing promotions designed at engaging local audiences to come out, and the film managed to open on over 250 screens as a result.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
17 June 2026
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While major transportation corridors carved their way through California over the centuries, the green hills surrounding Ojai were left largely untouched—allowing the valley to become one of the most serene travel destinations in the Central Coast region.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
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Speaking from experience, having a driver was invaluable—navigating the rolling Tuscan hills in a huge camper van was certainly not something anyone in my family had the confidence to attempt.—
Lauren Arzbaecher,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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The route includes some short ascents and descents and takes place on a variety of paths, including pavement, loose gravel, and forest trails.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
12 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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The brown seaweed has piled up along beaches throughout the region, leaving behind large mounds that many visitors say are affecting their beach experience.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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The Apalachee people, who built large ceremonial mounds that still exist, flourished here from about 1000 AD to the early 16th century, until invasion by the Spanish.—
Jeff VanderMeer,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
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Similar rapid advancements occurred with chemistry in the 19th century and physics in the 20th century, and the 21st century will go to biology and medicine.—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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The case stands as a powerful example of how advancements in forensic science, particularly utilizing DNA and forensic genetic genealogy, continue to transform cold case investigations, delivering answers even decades after crimes occur.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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After that, the space agency will perform more flights at different altitudes and speeds, as well as measure the aircraft’s acoustic signature.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
12 June 2026
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The team now plans stratospheric flights later this year, targeting altitudes above 40,000 feet—higher than typical passenger airliner cruise levels.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
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There’s no denying the enduring glamour of this grande dame, whose secluded locale at the tip of the Cap is as much a draw for the jet set as the intimate cabanas where Greta Garbo once retreated and the saltwater infinity pool carved into the cliffs.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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Additionally, the Gri Gri Lagoon’s one-of-a-kind boat tour through natural mangrove tunnels lets visitors admire the area's biodiversity before reaching impressive cliffs and hidden caves in the sea.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Meanwhile, thunderstorms could develop in the mountains later this week, bringing the potential for lightning, gusty winds and brief showers, according to the National Weather Service.—
Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
15 June 2026
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The couple own and are the only employees of a small auto shop just west of Appalachian State University in the North Carolina mountains.—
Andrew Jones,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
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“Elevations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elevations. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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