as in continent
one of the great divisions of land on the globe or the main part of such a division
the boat back to the mainland leaves once every two days
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Recent Examples of mainland
With the agreement, Armenia will give the United States a 99-year lease on TRIPP, which includes the Zangezur Corridor, located between mainland Azerbaijan and the Nakhchivan exclave, according to Politico.
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Haisten Willis, The Washington Examiner, 8 Aug. 2025
Located beyond mainland Southeast Asia, Wallacea includes a group of islands between Asia and Australia, among which Sulawesi is the largest.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
The concept of building a bridge connecting the Italian mainland with Sicily supposedly dates back to Ancient Rome, when the Romans attempted to transport 100 elephants captured during the Battle of Panormus in 250 BC.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
The drama kicks off when one of the young islanders journeys to the mainland, where uncomfortable truths lie in wait.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
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Haisten Willis, The Washington Examiner, 8 Aug. 2025
Located beyond mainland Southeast Asia, Wallacea includes a group of islands between Asia and Australia, among which Sulawesi is the largest.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
The concept of building a bridge connecting the Italian mainland with Sicily supposedly dates back to Ancient Rome, when the Romans attempted to transport 100 elephants captured during the Battle of Panormus in 250 BC.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
The drama kicks off when one of the young islanders journeys to the mainland, where uncomfortable truths lie in wait.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mainland
continent
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Their interest in me reflects their respect for my continent and my country.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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Originating in the 7th century CE, this architectural tradition spans three continents and encompasses not only mosques but palaces, schools, markets, and private residences.—
Mike Miller,
Architectural Digest,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Mainland.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mainland. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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