Thesaurus results for TERRAIN

terrain

noun

tə-ˈrān

Definition of terrain

as in area

a region of activity, knowledge, or influence we're moving into unfamiliar terrain if we bring pre-Columbian art into our discussion

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as in geography

the physical features of a region as a whole an analysis of the terrain revealed that an invasion force of paratroopers would have their work cut out for them

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as in environment

the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded a new senator getting lost in the foggy terrain of double-dealing and deception

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Recent Examples of terrain There is no wall planned for about 535 miles of the roughly 2,000-mile-long border, because rugged terrain already serves as a barrier. — Rebecca Santana, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026 There is no wall planned for roughly 535 miles (861 kilometers) of the roughly 2,000-mile-long (3,200-kilometer-long) border, because rugged terrain already serves as a barrier. — Rebecca Santana, Fortune, 2 July 2026 In South Dakota writer Ashlea Halpern realized her dream of motorcycling through some of this country’s most storied terrain with a cohort of women riders. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 For hours, first responders navigated the difficult terrain and thick vegetation before finding Arrabal by mid-afternoon. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for terrain

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Noun

The warning sign against Japan came when Casemiro picked up a yellow card in the 14th minute for a clumsy foul on the edge of the area.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 July 2026
Wildlife officials caught and euthanized two alligators in the area, which measured 12 feet and 13 feet.

— Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

Definition of area

Noun

Groen maintained his lead to the end, acing clues about Russian imperialism, the geography of the Pacific Northwest, and the music of Frank Ocean.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026
With fervent editing, careful scene geography, and assured direction, the walk before the run can be tense enough to send viewers crawling out of their seats, willing the fugitive onscreen to get a move on already.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 July 2026

Definition of geography

Noun

In 2022, northern Italy’s most severe drought in two centuries allowed salty seawater to push upstream into the Po River, creating a favorable environment for female blue crabs to reproduce and for their eggs to develop, Costa said.

— Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
In an increasingly unpredictable business environment, executives seek control over their biology through peptides, promising faster recovery and improved performance.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of environment

Noun

Technologies that once lived squarely in the realm of science fiction are now entering nurseries, classrooms, and family life at extraordinary speed, capturing the attention of adults and children alike.

— Dana Suskind, Time, 14 July 2026
Some fossils are loaned to institutions such as museums, while remaining privately owned, while others wind up in private collections and disappear from the public realm.

— Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 13 July 2026

Definition of realm

Noun

Safety tips Rip currents form after a wave crashes on shore and encounters an obstacle in the beach's topography, including low spots in sand bars and around piers.

— Ash-har Quraishi, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Simultaneously, clear skies, dry air, and topography allow for rapid overnight cooling and freezing temperatures in parts of the West.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Definition of topography

Noun

After traveling through our atmosphere and heating up, searing through the sky and then crashing through a roof and then a bedroom ceiling, the meteorite broke apart into pieces.

— Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 15 July 2026
For families The overall atmosphere at Daunt lends itself to family visits, but be sure to choose a room based on your needs as not all of them will be appropriate.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Definition of atmosphere

Noun

The space is a balance between tropical escape and late-night lounge, with moody lighting, sexy design elements and music that keeps the energy elevated throughout the evening.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
The Samba sneakers add a sporty element, while proving to be comfortable and easy to walk around in around New York City.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026

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