1
as in peak
an elevation of land higher than a hill
my cousin likes to climb mountains just because she can
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2
as in loads
a considerable amount
receives a mountain of mail every year for the holidays
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3
as in pile
a quantity of things thrown or stacked on one another
he piled a mountain of mashed potatoes on his plate
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Recent Examples of mountain
Spread over 1,500 acres, the low-density development also mirrors the authentic Western personality of the neighboring mountain town of Driggs.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 6 June 2025
For decades, the Chancellor and his followers have lived in the remote Austrian mountain village of Hallstatt.
—Shannon Carlin, Time, 6 June 2025
The decision to spotlight indigenous cuisine and products is somewhat of a course correction for the mountain’s tourist attractions.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 5 June 2025
The clip transitioned into a few family photos before showcasing videos of his children doing impressive flips and jumps down the mountain, with the ease of professionals.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 27 May 2025
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 6 June 2025
For decades, the Chancellor and his followers have lived in the remote Austrian mountain village of Hallstatt.
—Shannon Carlin, Time, 6 June 2025
The decision to spotlight indigenous cuisine and products is somewhat of a course correction for the mountain’s tourist attractions.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 5 June 2025
The clip transitioned into a few family photos before showcasing videos of his children doing impressive flips and jumps down the mountain, with the ease of professionals.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mountain
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2025
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2025
Noun
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So Julie has become the master of this realm inside the cave and inside this enormous pile of bones.—
Ari Daniel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 June 2025
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But after scouring ancient garbage piles near one such popina in Mallorca, Spain, archeologists are better understanding how certain entrées transcended class divisions more often than previously thought.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
11 June 2025
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In a quaint village nestled high in the Swiss alps, an enigmatic domed building towers above the sloped rooftops.—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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The range is equivalent in size and shape to the Swiss alps.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
13 May 2025
Noun
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There are some youth, but there’s a ton of growth taking place.—
Benjamin Royer,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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There aren’t a ton of shows currently airing weekly as so many have wrapped up their seasons recently.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The unknowns in stacks of worms As the next step, Perez said her team would like to learn whether the formation of these structures is a cooperative or competitive behavior.—
Kameryn Griesser,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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The heavy stacks of cash fit into a pattern emerging throughout the trial as prosecutors attempt to paint Combs as a man spoiled by success, able to hide a tendency for abuse and criminality through a large staff and an ever-larger fortune.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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As this season's team is put together, the tension mounts and new drama awaits.—
Stacy Lambe,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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As with several others, this photo again shows the 10mm gap between the bottom panel’s 2.5-inch drive mounts and the underside of the front fan’s air guide.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
31 May 2025
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The ride also was known for its dramatic 17-story, straight-up lift hill right out of the loading station.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 June 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, hill peaks, or ridge tops.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2025
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Analyst Christopher Nardone recently raised his price target on the stock to $192 per share from $173 citing a slew of positive catalysts ahead.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
7 June 2025
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Despite winning a slew of competitions — including the European Title at age 13 and the World Championship at 15 — the only person Daley looked forward to seeing in the stands was his father.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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“Mountain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mountain. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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