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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
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!
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Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Highs will be in the mid to upper 70s in most areas, save for the Poconos and the higher elevations closer to the mountains.
—Andrew Kozak, CBS News, 1 June 2026
Recent reviews left by hikers on the website said that slippery, unpacked snow in higher elevations makes the trail unsafe for inexperienced hikers.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
And winds are stronger at higher elevations.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
The Sheriff’s Office warned that visitors on the trails should prepare for conditions that can differ significantly between high and low elevations.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Thunderstorm chances are highest in the Sierra Nevada, which may see snow at elevations as low as 6,000 feet.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
Showers are possible, with snow potentially falling in the highest elevations of the Cascades.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 24 May 2026
Sitting at elevations between 1,250 and 1,750 feet, the vineyards are blessed with strong, hot sunlight during the day and significant nighttime temperature declines.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 24 May 2026
Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Highs will be in the mid to upper 70s in most areas, save for the Poconos and the higher elevations closer to the mountains.
—Andrew Kozak, CBS News, 1 June 2026
Recent reviews left by hikers on the website said that slippery, unpacked snow in higher elevations makes the trail unsafe for inexperienced hikers.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
And winds are stronger at higher elevations.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
The Sheriff’s Office warned that visitors on the trails should prepare for conditions that can differ significantly between high and low elevations.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Thunderstorm chances are highest in the Sierra Nevada, which may see snow at elevations as low as 6,000 feet.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
Showers are possible, with snow potentially falling in the highest elevations of the Cascades.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 24 May 2026
Sitting at elevations between 1,250 and 1,750 feet, the vineyards are blessed with strong, hot sunlight during the day and significant nighttime temperature declines.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elevations
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Check Fidelity's promotions page for the latest offers here.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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Leading the promotions is Emma Robinson’s elevation to vice president of partnerships.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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The hotel also offers ultra-luxe suites, each with a distinct design theme (like Riviera and Christian Dior), and a penthouse suite with a heated rooftop pool and 360-degree views of the city, from the hills to the sea stretching across the horizon.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Those ancient deposits continue to shape the wines of Cori, where wineries Cincinnato and Marco Carpineti grow vineyards on hills that were influenced by the Colli Albani volcanic system.—
Layne Randolph,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Ballinger has guided in the Himalayas for 25 years, including 10 Everest ascents.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
28 May 2026
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Briton Kenton Cool this week scaled the peak for the 20th time, breaking his own record for the most ascents of the world’s highest mountain by a non-Sherpa guide.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 May 2026
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Archaeologists are just beginning to understand how complex these mounds were.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
31 May 2026
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This pie's tart lemon custard is surrounded by flaky, buttery pie crust, and topped with mounds of fluffy, golden-brown meringue.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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According to the Aerospace Corporation, early research results are encouraging and are pointing toward meaningful advancements in solid rocket propulsion control.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
1 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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Puglia’s Adriatic coast is dramatic, especially between Polignano a Mare and Monopoli, where clear waters lap undulating cliffs and flow into the occasional sea cave.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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According to state officials, the property features steep canyons, limestone cliffs, rolling hills, and long stretches of the West Nueces River, all centered around a spring‑fed 30‑acre lake.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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For the best experience, sit outside in the courtyard, under a trellis of vines, where you’ll be treated to uninterrupted view of the gardens and the mountains beyond.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Happiness is equated early on to alpine hamlets ensconced between verdant mountains carved by pristine waterfalls.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
1 June 2026
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“Elevations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elevations. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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