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as in mountains
an elevation of land higher than a hill
the nearest peak worth climbing is hundreds of miles away
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as in pinnacles
the highest part or point
a pop singer at the peak of her career
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Recent Examples of peaks
Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
Gradually add remaining 1 cup sugar; beat to stiff peaks.
—Sarah Carey, Martha Stewart, 22 Feb. 2026
Despite its petite size, the spa has an awesome array of treatments, while the sprawling pool is framed by royal palms, rocky outcrops, and snowcapped peaks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
Total snow accumulations mainly between 3 and 7 inches, with a foot or more possible on the high peaks of the Smokies.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 21 Feb. 2026
That quiet was punctuated only by muffled bangs, as Sugar Bowl ski patrollers set off explosives in the peaks above to mitigate the danger of an avalanche inbounds at the resort.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Yosemite Valley could get rain because of higher temperatures, but the tallest peaks could get an additional 12 to 18 inches of snow between Monday and Wednesday.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Winter offers the clearest views of snowcapped peaks in both the Rockies and Sierra Nevadas, with the dramatic contrast of white mountain tops against blue skies.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
On Colorado's tallest peaks, including Mount Zirkel, and ski areas, including Keystone and Breckenridge, snow is forecast through Saturday evening.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 15 Feb. 2026
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Gun violence was epidemic throughout the country; violent crime rates reached their historic peaks in many American cities.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
Gradually add remaining 1 cup sugar; beat to stiff peaks.
—Sarah Carey, Martha Stewart, 22 Feb. 2026
Despite its petite size, the spa has an awesome array of treatments, while the sprawling pool is framed by royal palms, rocky outcrops, and snowcapped peaks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
Total snow accumulations mainly between 3 and 7 inches, with a foot or more possible on the high peaks of the Smokies.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 21 Feb. 2026
That quiet was punctuated only by muffled bangs, as Sugar Bowl ski patrollers set off explosives in the peaks above to mitigate the danger of an avalanche inbounds at the resort.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Yosemite Valley could get rain because of higher temperatures, but the tallest peaks could get an additional 12 to 18 inches of snow between Monday and Wednesday.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Winter offers the clearest views of snowcapped peaks in both the Rockies and Sierra Nevadas, with the dramatic contrast of white mountain tops against blue skies.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
On Colorado's tallest peaks, including Mount Zirkel, and ski areas, including Keystone and Breckenridge, snow is forecast through Saturday evening.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 15 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peaks
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The Cotswolds in the United Kingdom attracts tourists from all over the world for its alluring rolling hills, quaint villages and historic mountains.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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At the same time, strong winds and heavy snow will start to slam the mountains as early as Monday night.—
Dave Aguilera,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Sea turtles snoozed, manta rays glided, and reef fish darted by the thousands over lava pinnacles covered in corals and basket sponges.—
Betsy Andrews,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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Our destination was a cluster of coral pinnacles called Rib Reef, on the Great Barrier Reef’s outer edge.—
Susan Casey,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Hats with intricate details, antique fabrics, and structured brims should be gently hand-cleaned to keep them in good condition.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
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San Francisco Travel Association Fisherman’s Wharf brims with maritime charm—San Francisco’s must-visit waterfront district.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Take your garden to new heights with vining plants that add quick color to fence lines.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
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Even after playing the biggest stage in the world, Bad Bunny continues to leap to new heights.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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Though tones can match, a room often looks elevated and well-styled when there are multiple shades involved.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
22 Feb. 2026
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This relatively under-the-radar foundation comes in 16 shades, 13 of which are in stock on Amazon and Stila’s website.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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Surveying the city across the tops of the cathedral in Vieuz Lyon, over the rivers Rhone and Saone below, all the way to Mont Blanc on the horizon while the bell towers mark the slow passing of time is an unforgettable pleasure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The team found that the temperatures peak between 3,000 and 4,000 kilometres above the cloud tops, whilst ion densities reach their maximum around 1,000 kilometres.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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While a certain amount of planning and foresight can be helpful, sometimes doing more just increases anxiety and exhaustion.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
18 Feb. 2026
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Delaying his return also increases the Mavericks’ chances to secure the highest possible lottery position for this summer’s NBA draft.—
Mike Curtis,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
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The investigation mushrooms Bock, the Feeding Our Future founder whom prosecutors called the mastermind of the fraud, was found guilty in March 2025.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
11 Jan. 2026
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When one scam center is taken down, another quickly mushrooms up elsewhere.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
15 Nov. 2025
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“Peaks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peaks. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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