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geography

noun

jē-ˈä-grə-fē

Definition of geography

as in topography

the physical features of a region as a whole the geography of the region matches ancient descriptions of the location of the lost city

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Recent Examples of geography During one panel, programmers discussed how acceptance or rejection is not necessarily a verdict on quality, with decisions shaped by lineup balance, geography and audience. — Essie Assibu, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026 Part of the lengthy process could come from Alaska's sprawling geography, remote locations and mail ballots, since Alaska counts mail ballots received 10 days after Election Day, or 15 days in some cases. — Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026 The book takes us from Borough Park to Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and parts of the Hasidic world, both in theory and in geography over a 50-year period. — Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026 The state must show compassion for the unique geography of our neighborhood. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for geography

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Every facet of India’s topography, from lush grasslands filled with antelopes to gnarled forests with tigers and evil spirits lurking around every corner, is on full display.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2026
Set the scene Damaraland, in northwestern Namibia, is known for its stark, rugged topography and desert-adapted wildlife.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of topography

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The Blue Ribbon Suite, on a corner, offers expansive views of the bucolic Virginia landscape and a stone terrace—the perfect perch for a glass of local wine.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
In Robert Harmon’s The Hitcher, hitchhiker John Ryder seems at odds with the physical reality of the road and its landscape.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 Oct. 2026

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