as in milestones
a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs
typically, people feel that turning 21 is a landmark in one's life
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Recent Examples of landmarks
The first version of Soarin', Soarin' Over California, was an opening day attraction at Disney California Adventure in 2001, and featured a tour of California landmarks.
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Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
The annual rankings highlight the world’s top tours, activities, and attractions based on user reviews, offering a snapshot of what travelers are prioritizing right now—from immersive outdoor adventures to iconic city landmarks.
—Bailey Berg, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
Nothing beats taking in the skyline views, gorgeous green spaces, and exciting landmarks that make each city unique.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2026
The revelations shocked San Diego’s political leaders and Latino community and led to efforts to cancel events planned in his honor, as well as rename institutions and landmarks, including Cesar Chavez Parkway, which runs from Commercial Street heading southwest to Crosby Road.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
Across the wider Relja area, including a major shopping center and various landmarks, archaeologists have uncovered 3,000 graves, according to the department.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
The historic center includes landmarks such as the Plaza de Armas and the presidential palace, La Moneda, which anchor Santiago’s political and historical identity.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Start by checking into a hotel within easy walking distance of major landmarks and tomorrow morning’s tour pickup spot.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
The suit is the latest challenge to the administration’s efforts to reshape cultural and historic landmarks across the nation’s capital.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
The annual rankings highlight the world’s top tours, activities, and attractions based on user reviews, offering a snapshot of what travelers are prioritizing right now—from immersive outdoor adventures to iconic city landmarks.
—Bailey Berg, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
Nothing beats taking in the skyline views, gorgeous green spaces, and exciting landmarks that make each city unique.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2026
The revelations shocked San Diego’s political leaders and Latino community and led to efforts to cancel events planned in his honor, as well as rename institutions and landmarks, including Cesar Chavez Parkway, which runs from Commercial Street heading southwest to Crosby Road.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
Across the wider Relja area, including a major shopping center and various landmarks, archaeologists have uncovered 3,000 graves, according to the department.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
The historic center includes landmarks such as the Plaza de Armas and the presidential palace, La Moneda, which anchor Santiago’s political and historical identity.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Start by checking into a hotel within easy walking distance of major landmarks and tomorrow morning’s tour pickup spot.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
The suit is the latest challenge to the administration’s efforts to reshape cultural and historic landmarks across the nation’s capital.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for landmarks
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Career milestones usually put the person in the spotlight, but behind many such achievements exists a powerful, silent dedication that people achieve through their persistent efforts and their deliberate choice to follow their life goals.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Vaccaro and her husband told the outlet that their son is in good shape so far and is meeting expected NICU milestones.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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Lisa Collins, a forensic scientist at Washington State Patrol, told CNN new software and strides in genetic genealogy are two relatively recent watersheds in DNA technology that have allowed for breakthroughs in cold cases like these.—
Nina Giraldo,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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Rising demand for biomass fuels also degrades watersheds and wildlife habitats as people go deeper into previously undisturbed areas, increasing pressure on ecosystems and the species that depend on them.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Via one of popular music’s most stratospherically elevating climaxes, the song shifts into gospel overdrive with the explosive entrance of disco’s mightiest, most visceral vocalist, Loleatta Holloway.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
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Anderson is here for the melodrama, the special lessons and the climaxes that fall flat.—
Jessica Lipsky,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Opt for Structure Versus Slouchy When used as accent seating in adult spaces like living rooms, reading corners, bedrooms, and libraries, Button recommends sticking with beanbags with some structure and squarer shapes to avoid an overly undone look.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2026
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Jamaica has exported music, fashion, and food to the farthest corners of the planet.—
Anne Applebaum,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Landmarks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/landmarks. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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