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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
These bears inhabit all elevations of the park and are most active in the early morning and late evening hours in spring and summer.
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Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 13 May 2026
More warm and dry weather is expected next week, with temperatures climbing into the 80s across lower elevations.
—Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 8 May 2026
The storm, which swept over the Rocky Mountains and into the High Plains on Tuesday, was expected to weaken before wrapping up Wednesday afternoon, but not before leaving some heavy, wet snow in higher elevations.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Mesquite and acacia trees ribbon the lower elevations, while Douglas firs and ponderosa pine line the upper reaches.
—Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
The most common is the western rattlesnake, which can be found from sea level to elevations of 7,000 feet, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
—Sarah Linn
may 1, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
The agency said drones cannot be flown at elevations higher than 400 feet without authorization.
—Tara Suter, The Hill, 29 Apr. 2026
An exhibition curated by Barry Bergdoll and Martin Bressani at the Bard Graduate Center links those three eras, giving a central place to Viollet-le-Duc’s lifelong fascination with moody renderings, exploded perspectives, meticulous elevations, and analytical diagrams.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Apr. 2026
Reporting by Michael Deeds • Thunderstorms, heavy rain and small hail were expected to hit the Boise area, with an inch or more of rainfall possible in the Treasure Valley and up to 10 inches of snow at higher elevations near Bogus Basin.
—Idaho Statesman, 22 Apr. 2026
Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 13 May 2026
More warm and dry weather is expected next week, with temperatures climbing into the 80s across lower elevations.
—Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 8 May 2026
The storm, which swept over the Rocky Mountains and into the High Plains on Tuesday, was expected to weaken before wrapping up Wednesday afternoon, but not before leaving some heavy, wet snow in higher elevations.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Mesquite and acacia trees ribbon the lower elevations, while Douglas firs and ponderosa pine line the upper reaches.
—Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
The most common is the western rattlesnake, which can be found from sea level to elevations of 7,000 feet, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
—Sarah Linn
may 1, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
The agency said drones cannot be flown at elevations higher than 400 feet without authorization.
—Tara Suter, The Hill, 29 Apr. 2026
An exhibition curated by Barry Bergdoll and Martin Bressani at the Bard Graduate Center links those three eras, giving a central place to Viollet-le-Duc’s lifelong fascination with moody renderings, exploded perspectives, meticulous elevations, and analytical diagrams.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Apr. 2026
Reporting by Michael Deeds • Thunderstorms, heavy rain and small hail were expected to hit the Boise area, with an inch or more of rainfall possible in the Treasure Valley and up to 10 inches of snow at higher elevations near Bogus Basin.
—Idaho Statesman, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elevations
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To celebrate, Hard Rock has promotions, new memorabilia and great live music in the spotlight this weekend.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Leadership advancement typically reflected that model, with promotions tied to budget responsibility, reporting scope, and the size of the teams under supervision.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Natural fibers and hues of terracotta and maple decorate the property’s 134 rooms, which either face the beach or the hills.—
Skyli Alvarez,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 May 2026
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Rolling hills, vineyards and timber detailing give the estate its pastoral charm—all just a 90-minute drive from Sydney.—
Natalie Hoberman,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Hikers should be prepared for steep ascents and descents, uneven terrain, and high altitude conditions.—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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But their twin ascents could not have been foreseen based on fair-to-middlin’ careers with the Bay Area schools.—
Jon Wilner,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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In that case, use a drench to kill fire ant mounds.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
7 May 2026
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At the new Orkin Discovery Zone inside the Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Atlanta, visitors can learn how termites and the mounds these bulbous invertebrates make have inspired the chimneys in our homes.—
Olivia Wakim,
AJC.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The increasing autonomy of UAVs, enabled by advancements in AI, further complicates the ethical landscape.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 May 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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Every time a collision or explosion occurs in LEO, especially at higher altitudes, the risk of more clashes rises, McKnight warned, because the debris generated is not cleared from orbit for decades, even centuries.—
Kevin Holden Platt,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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These next-generation aircraft will be equipped with specialized sensors and instruments to gather critical data at low altitudes.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
8 May 2026
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Like the Columbia River Gorge, a Pacific Northwest icon where waterfalls tumble from towering cliffs, the landscape shifts from rainforest to arid grasslands in under two hours, and a historic highway is being transformed into a car-free trail.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2026
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It's all anchored by Shawnee National Forest, home to seven wilderness areas, unique sandstone cliffs and rock formations, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
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The expedition adapted to new conditions, higher mountains and rougher waters while looking for a route to the Pacific Ocean.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
11 May 2026
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The Serra de Tramuntana mountains combine demanding hikes with luxury recovery.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Elevations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elevations. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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