as in hill
an area of high ground
a rocky prominence that commands a stunning view of the surrounding area
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Recent Examples of prominence
In the majority opinion, Chief Justice John Roberts acknowledged the growing prominence of transgender rights issues and the complexity of scientific debates on medical treatments for youth identifying as transgender.
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Stephen Humphries, Christian Science Monitor, 18 June 2025
Despite the Knicks’ prominence, the Nets could forge a promising future if Marks capitalizes on their assets, boosting Brooklyn’s appeal to stars.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025
Patches are also gaining prominence as a canvas for differentiation and personalization.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 June 2025
Levi is one of a number of new appointees to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s vaccine advisory panel who rose to prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic, either as critics of government policies on school closures and lockdowns, or of the mRNA vaccines.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2025
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Stephen Humphries, Christian Science Monitor, 18 June 2025
Despite the Knicks’ prominence, the Nets could forge a promising future if Marks capitalizes on their assets, boosting Brooklyn’s appeal to stars.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025
Patches are also gaining prominence as a canvas for differentiation and personalization.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 June 2025
Levi is one of a number of new appointees to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s vaccine advisory panel who rose to prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic, either as critics of government policies on school closures and lockdowns, or of the mRNA vaccines.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prominence
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Set high above Hollywood, the rooftop setting features iconic, 360-views of the Hollywood sign, Capital Records building and surrounding hills.—
Chelsea Frank,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, hill peaks, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 June 2025
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Toronto now owns a 6-2 advantage over Boston in the season series, and the Red Sox will look to bounce back and snap their skid on Saturday when Lucas Giolito (3-1, 4.53) takes the mound against Chris Bassitt (7-3, 3.61).—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
28 June 2025
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Warren, a friend and former teammate of his in the Los Angeles Angels system, jogged out to the mound.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
27 June 2025
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The eminence whom the film casts as the prime mover of benevolent governance is Nelson Rockefeller, a liberal Republican (the breed wasn’t uncommon then) who was the state’s governor from 1959 to 1973.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2025
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Thanks to courses in communication studies, students are schooled in the evolving business models of the creative industries, and dive into allyship and advocacy through sound studies and the school’s eminence in audiology.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2025
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Out-and-back route is 4.5 miles with an 800-foot elevation gain.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 June 2025
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The area is sandwiched between the higher elevation Crestwood and Monticello neighborhoods and the Trinity River levees.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 June 2025
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It’s all set against a classic American backdrop of diner counters and truck stops, East Coast turnpike exits and snow-tipped Montana mountains.—
Rachel Brodsky,
Time,
20 June 2025
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Erick spent the day dragging through the coastal mountain range, dropping torrential quantities of rain.—
Luis Alberto Cruz,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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But the visual variety is staggering, with an island green, peninsula holes, huge elevation changes, and exposed rock and water everywhere—it is built into and on top of cliffs, after all.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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One of the most underrated shutdown defensemen in the league during his prime, Brodie’s play fell off a cliff during his final year with the Maple Leafs.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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“Prominence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prominence. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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