as in hill
an area of high ground
there are permanent glaciers in the cool, humid highlands of the Pacific Northwest
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Recent Examples of highland
And this is in line with the seasonal movement of people and livestock following water across the highlands.
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New Atlas, 11 Dec. 2025
In the remote highlands of Montenegro, a shepherd mother and daughter proudly defend their ancestral mountain from the threat of becoming a NATO military training ground, stirring memories of the violence that shattered their family.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 10 Dec. 2025
Totals are currently forecast to range from 4 to 20 inches, with the highest amounts in the Michigamme highlands and lower totals near Arnold and Watson.
—Brandi D. Addison, Freep.com, 26 Nov. 2025
The Musang King, which is grown mainly in the highlands of Pahang and parts of Kelantan and Johor, has geographical indication status in Malaysia, which was renewed by the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia for 10 years until March 2034.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 21 Nov. 2025
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New Atlas, 11 Dec. 2025
In the remote highlands of Montenegro, a shepherd mother and daughter proudly defend their ancestral mountain from the threat of becoming a NATO military training ground, stirring memories of the violence that shattered their family.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 10 Dec. 2025
Totals are currently forecast to range from 4 to 20 inches, with the highest amounts in the Michigamme highlands and lower totals near Arnold and Watson.
—Brandi D. Addison, Freep.com, 26 Nov. 2025
The Musang King, which is grown mainly in the highlands of Pahang and parts of Kelantan and Johor, has geographical indication status in Malaysia, which was renewed by the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia for 10 years until March 2034.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 21 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for highland
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Nestled in the green hills of the Pacific Palisades and just miles from the Pacific Ocean, community members gathered for an afternoon service and concert to grieve, heal and remember — remember homes lost, remember their lives before displacement and remember to find hope in recovery.—
Camelia Heins,
Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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At the bottom of the hill, Phillips' husband was frantically searching for someone who could help him.—
Michele Gile,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Rescuers retrieved eight people alive and were searching for the missing still trapped after a huge mound of garbage and debris collapsed on them in the village of Binaliw in Cebu city, police said.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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An igloo-like tarpaulin now covers the mound of flowers, teddy bears and lit candles outside Le Constellation bar in the ski resort, to protect the makeshift memorial from the falling snow.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Massive cypress trees and upland hardwood forests frame a landscape shaped by sinkholes and an extensive cave system—more than five miles mapped so far—that earned the park National Natural Landmark status.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Dec. 2025
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Key features include a restoration of the river bluff and reintroduction of native plant species, including oak savanna and upland prairie.—
Aki Nace,
CBS News,
17 Nov. 2025
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Estimates show bookings dropped by roughly 50% compared to the same time last year as out-of-town visitors canceled trips when the mountain closed.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Hot springs, waterfalls, and gorgeous vista points dot the surrounding mountains, perfect for hours of exploration on foot or by bike.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Highland.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highland. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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