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as in areas
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 geographies
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 environments
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 terrains
This durable cabin is suitable for all terrains.
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Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Rounds of heavy snow are also expected in the higher terrains of the Cascades and the Northern Rockies on Wednesday.
—Kathryn Prociv, NBC news, 17 Dec. 2025
The firm claims the D5 can navigate indoor warehouses, rugged outdoor terrains, hazardous inspection sites, industrial delivery routes, and off-road research zones.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 Dec. 2025
The dogs are trained to follow human scent trails over long distances and in tough terrains, including deserts, brush, urban areas, and waterways, DPS says.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 6 Dec. 2025
They’re also outfitted with a flexible non-slip rubber sole that offers traction on different terrains, plus adjustable laces and a lightweight, breathable upper material for airflow.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Some geomyths, recounted orally over generations, are based on eyewitness experiences, while other accounts are grounded in a keen awareness of local terrains, plus rational and imaginative ideas about the powerful forces of nature.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
And the Himalayas are where Royal Enfield likes to stress-test its bikes across a variety of terrains and climate conditions; that includes everything from the powertrain to the battery at different temperatures, to the electronic riding aids.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Rounds of heavy snow are also expected in the higher terrains of the Cascades and the Northern Rockies on Wednesday.
—Kathryn Prociv, NBC news, 17 Dec. 2025
The firm claims the D5 can navigate indoor warehouses, rugged outdoor terrains, hazardous inspection sites, industrial delivery routes, and off-road research zones.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 Dec. 2025
The dogs are trained to follow human scent trails over long distances and in tough terrains, including deserts, brush, urban areas, and waterways, DPS says.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 6 Dec. 2025
They’re also outfitted with a flexible non-slip rubber sole that offers traction on different terrains, plus adjustable laces and a lightweight, breathable upper material for airflow.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Some geomyths, recounted orally over generations, are based on eyewitness experiences, while other accounts are grounded in a keen awareness of local terrains, plus rational and imaginative ideas about the powerful forces of nature.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
And the Himalayas are where Royal Enfield likes to stress-test its bikes across a variety of terrains and climate conditions; that includes everything from the powertrain to the battery at different temperatures, to the electronic riding aids.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrains
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Experts recommend cleaning the space beneath and behind major appliances once or twice a year, though large households may need to clean these areas more frequently.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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The subject areas range from public health to cybersecurity to business administration to arts in psychology.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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Elliott is the most active of activist investors, engaging with companies across industries and multiple geographies.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
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Furthermore, the capital will enable Swap to enter new target geographies, equally bolstering its payments capabilities.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Jan. 2026
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The technology is designed for industrial environments where dropped signals or latency spikes are unacceptable.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Jan. 2026
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Before dawn, Venus sextiles disciplined Saturn, coordinating our efforts to structure our environments.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
15 Jan. 2026
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This annual showcase is tied to Rolling Stone‘s annual Future of Music issue, our look at what’s new and what’s next in all realms of music.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
8 Jan. 2026
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Beyond this period, 2026 can bring many blessings in the realms of career, finance, creativity, innovation, protection, love, and family.—
Kimberly King,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Jan. 2026
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As the physical landscapes begin to shift, uncertainty remains as to how long a full recovery will take.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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That sheer size creates a surprising diversity of landscapes that set Ruaha apart from the Serengeti’s flatter savannas.—
Nicholas DeRenzo,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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How Koi uncovered DarkSpectre's hidden network The breakthrough came when Koi analysts examined two domains tied to ShadyPanda.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Alongside the models, NVIDIA released large-scale open datasets covering multiple domains.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Jan. 2026
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While warm-toned light is key to making your space inviting and cozy, a smart lamp that offers a spectrum of colors is essential for encompassing a range of atmospheres.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2026
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Of the 150 or so exoplanet atmospheres studied to date, no others have possessed detectable molecular carbon.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
16 Dec. 2025
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World’s first 20 MW turbine The world’s first 20 MW turbine, developed and built in China, boasts of three blades that are 482 feet (147 m) long and sweep an area of 10 football fields.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Jan. 2026
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That was obvious in Palm Beach County when county commissioners were poised last month to rubber stamp a data center complex roughly the size of 150 football fields.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Terrains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terrains. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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