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as in high
extending to a great distance upward
tall skyscrapers that cast long shadows over the park
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as in difficult
requiring considerable physical or mental effort
that's a pretty tall order
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Recent Examples of tall
The caps, made from real bear skin, are a distinctive part of the military uniform, designed to make troops appear taller and more intimidating.
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Jennifer Hassan,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
However, standing at five feet tall, the machines haven't been the most user-friendly.
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Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
The three princesses Atzimba, Eréndira and Tzetzangari The sculpture is not large — measuring 7 feet wide and standing 6 feet, 6 inches tall without a plinth — but its history is.
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Eric Adler
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
Mock oranges grow 3 to 10 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
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Jennifer Hassan,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
However, standing at five feet tall, the machines haven't been the most user-friendly.
—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
The three princesses Atzimba, Eréndira and Tzetzangari The sculpture is not large — measuring 7 feet wide and standing 6 feet, 6 inches tall without a plinth — but its history is.
—
Eric Adler
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
Mock oranges grow 3 to 10 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide.
—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tall
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Beren has achived high ratings from customers since moving into a stylish dining room that was formerly a vegetarian fine-dining restaurant.
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When nutrient levels are high, feasting algae can quickly reproduce.
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Some organizers say America's complicated and at times difficult history is being glossed over by fireworks and flag-waving ‒ or that it's being politicized by an administration that has actively worked to advance its version of history.
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The move gives Marte another chance to work his way back to the major leagues after a difficult stretch that included a brief stop with the Cincinnati Reds organization earlier this year before a cut.
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The center includes a towering museum, a Chicago Public Library branch, an athletic center, a civic center and more.
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A little while later, Mitchell Robinson passed in his towering, custom truck.
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Keeping your hair looking and feeling shiny can be challenging, but not with this hair kit.
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Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Jaime Moore said that fighting the fire had been extremely challenging.
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Summer 2026 is having a tough time deciding on this season’s dominating nail trend.
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These are typically low-wage jobs that the healthcare industry writ large has had a tough time recruiting for since the pandemic.
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The Atlas Lions also frustrated their Scottish foes with their physicality, taking down Christie, McTominay and others with a series of hard challenges that did not draw whistles.
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The Cardinals had rallied for three runs in the ninth, and Jose Fermin hit a hard grounder to Tolbert’s left.
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More than 30 years ago, Anna and her manager and trusted companion, Betsy Samson (a formidable Denise Burse), fled to Europe on the heels of a highbrow scandal.
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Sure, Carpenter’s cut-the-ruggers are pizzazzing with their flips and cartwheels, but the Grande gang make formidable dance foes in the Sharks and Jets sense of the word.
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This is why getting a high-definition picture of a leader — through rigorous assessment, psychometric profiling, structured reference gathering, and behavioural history — is not an optional extra in the selection process.
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Every gas article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of personal finance products.
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“Tall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tall. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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