1
as in peaks
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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as in piles
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 mountains
This beachfront location overlooking the iconic Hanalei Bay, with the waterfall-striated Hihimanu, Nāmolokama, and Māmalahoa mountains in the distance, has to be one of the prettiest on the planet.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
Covering roughly 260 kilometers from Glasgow to the west coast of Scotland, the West Highland Line is one of the most beautiful routes in the world, offering an ever-changing landscape of rugged mountains, mirror-like lochs, and remote moorlands.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
The bigger winter impact will be in the mountains and upper foothills.
—Joe Ruch, CBS News, 18 May 2026
What do Catalina Island, the coast of Western Australia, the mountains of Scotland, and the peak of Kilimanjaro have in common?
—Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
Specifically, the duration of tectonic extension phases that occurred long before mountains were even formed heavily influences this outcome.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 May 2026
Snow is likely in the mountains through early Tuesday morning, after which the storm will pause and resume Wednesday afternoon, according to weather service forecasts.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 18 May 2026
At one point the back wall of the theater opened onto this incredible vista of mountains and desert while the performance continued.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
The expedition adapted to new conditions, higher mountains and rougher waters while looking for a route to the Pacific Ocean.
—Dan Vergano, Scientific American, 11 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
Covering roughly 260 kilometers from Glasgow to the west coast of Scotland, the West Highland Line is one of the most beautiful routes in the world, offering an ever-changing landscape of rugged mountains, mirror-like lochs, and remote moorlands.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
The bigger winter impact will be in the mountains and upper foothills.
—Joe Ruch, CBS News, 18 May 2026
What do Catalina Island, the coast of Western Australia, the mountains of Scotland, and the peak of Kilimanjaro have in common?
—Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
Specifically, the duration of tectonic extension phases that occurred long before mountains were even formed heavily influences this outcome.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 May 2026
Snow is likely in the mountains through early Tuesday morning, after which the storm will pause and resume Wednesday afternoon, according to weather service forecasts.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 18 May 2026
At one point the back wall of the theater opened onto this incredible vista of mountains and desert while the performance continued.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
The expedition adapted to new conditions, higher mountains and rougher waters while looking for a route to the Pacific Ocean.
—Dan Vergano, Scientific American, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mountains
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Both songs were inescapable at their respective peaks and received the loudest reactions of the night.—
Eden Dinneen,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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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,
14 May 2026
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There are loads of under-the-radar towns along these states' coastlines that have their own unique charms and draws.—
Amy Thomas,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2026
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Buckle up for loads of action and a wild ride through SoCal history and haunts.—
Paula L. Woods,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Many commencement speakers are given honorary degrees, but the prestige associated with such matters has declined over the years; six-figure piles of cash surely seem more useful than an ersatz doctorate given to an accomplished alumnus or once-local homegirl.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2026
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Most earwig problems begin outside, where damp piles of leaves, firewood or other debris create an attractive environment for the insects.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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There have been a number previous instances of that, including a Germanwings flight that crashed into the French alps in 2015, killing everyone aboard.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 May 2026
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Odds are most Dodgers fans haven’t seen, say, his Kunsthaus Bregenz, in a small town on the northern edge of the Austrian alps.—
Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
6 Mar. 2026
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Its regional office for Africa said Sunday on X that a team of 35 experts from the WHO and the Congolese Health Ministry had arrived in Bunia, the capital of Ituri province, along with 7 tons of emergency medical supplies and equipment.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
18 May 2026
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The fully reusable system is designed to carry more than 100 tons of cargo and eventually transport crews to the moon and Mars.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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It is still barely decorated, just a corkboard pinned with photos of the boys and a folding table covered with stacks of reports.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Traditional three-tier applications are being augmented with agentic stacks.—
Shailesh Manjrekar,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Although Dot is not around anymore, a guest book inside the small museum is filled with names from dozens of countries.—
Chelsea Torres,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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And there are the activities, notably multiple golf courses, but also 100 acres of sporting grounds, sports courts, and an array of wellness and fitness facilities, as well as almost a dozen dining venues that offer everything from a snack to an epicurean feast.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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Natural fibers and hues of terracotta and maple decorate the property’s 134 rooms, which either face the beach or the hills.—
Skyli Alvarez,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 May 2026
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Rolling hills, vineyards and timber detailing give the estate its pastoral charm—all just a 90-minute drive from Sydney.—
Natalie Hoberman,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Mountains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mountains. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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