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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
Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot, for instance, is able to navigate complex terrains by adapting in real time, while DeepMind’s AlphaFold is solving a 50-year-old protein structure challenge.
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Punnam Raju Manthena, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Now, graduate students Rishi Jangale and Derek Pravecek are leading the development of the novel robot, which is intended to explore uncharted and challenging terrains.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Aug. 2025
With more than a decade of operation, Curiosity has traveled across varied terrains, drilled into bedrock and monitored the Martian climate, all while sending back detailed images and data that continue to shape scientists' understanding of Mars's history.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 21 Aug. 2025
The resources include water tenders which provide water to fire engines; handcrews that specialize in fighting fires in wild terrains; and bulldozers which are used to control the spread of the fire by removing vegetation that can serve as fuel.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2025
Veterans like Kareem Campbell and Bob Burnquist shred terrains to tracks that embody their skate style.
—Jamal Michel, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
They’re also outfitted with a durable non-slip sole whose ridged design provides traction on all sorts of terrains.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Most of the action will be limited to the higher terrains east of Phoenix, which will have a 40 to 60% chance of showers.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2025
This output force enabled the robot to traverse difficult to navigate terrains—including soil, rough stone, PVC, glass, wood, and inclines between 5 and 15 degrees—while keeping a consistent speed.
—IEEE Spectrum, 12 Aug. 2025
Punnam Raju Manthena, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Now, graduate students Rishi Jangale and Derek Pravecek are leading the development of the novel robot, which is intended to explore uncharted and challenging terrains.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Aug. 2025
With more than a decade of operation, Curiosity has traveled across varied terrains, drilled into bedrock and monitored the Martian climate, all while sending back detailed images and data that continue to shape scientists' understanding of Mars's history.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 21 Aug. 2025
The resources include water tenders which provide water to fire engines; handcrews that specialize in fighting fires in wild terrains; and bulldozers which are used to control the spread of the fire by removing vegetation that can serve as fuel.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2025
Veterans like Kareem Campbell and Bob Burnquist shred terrains to tracks that embody their skate style.
—Jamal Michel, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
They’re also outfitted with a durable non-slip sole whose ridged design provides traction on all sorts of terrains.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Most of the action will be limited to the higher terrains east of Phoenix, which will have a 40 to 60% chance of showers.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2025
This output force enabled the robot to traverse difficult to navigate terrains—including soil, rough stone, PVC, glass, wood, and inclines between 5 and 15 degrees—while keeping a consistent speed.
—IEEE Spectrum, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrains
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And Danielson noted that the team now has plenty of time to practice and give attention to areas of concern.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Sep. 2025
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Williams played decently well, but there are plenty of areas that need to improve for the Bears next week.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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An acceleration in the second quarter and a robust performance across all channels and geographies helped the Italian brand, best known for its successful Super–star sneakers and intentionally distressed styles, report a strong set of results for the first half of the year.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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For example, the cost of developing a large language model is high upfront, but once developed, the model can be applied across industries, tasks, and geographies with little incremental cost.—
Anjana Susarla,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Intersectionality proposes that societal problems such as crime and illiteracy correct themselves if opportunities and environments are evened out via public policy.—
John Scott Lewinski,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Hornet will have to navigate this vast, interconnected world filled with enemies, bosses and intricate environments to find her way back home.—
Meredith G. White,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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When a mother tree is felled, the survival rate of many of its seedlings may be drastically reduced, a process not unlike the reciprocal feedback loop of Yggdrasill, whose deterioration in response to discord in the nine realms spells cosmic collapse.—
Ellen Walker,
JSTOR Daily,
3 Sep. 2025
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These leaders are the future of our communities in both the corporate and nonprofit realms.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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This route offers a harmonious blend of experiences for all ages—from archaeological wonders and cultural traditions, to exceptional cuisine, beaches, and natural landscapes.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Choose athletic shoes that provide proper footing and grip in outdoor landscapes.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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However, doing so is not straightforward, with AI crossing many technology and security domains from data governance to identity and access management.—
Josh Lemos,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Genius in one area of life can be stunting in other domains.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
7 Sep. 2025
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Follow-up observations could probe planetary atmospheres for signatures consistent with life, such as oxygen produced by photosynthesis.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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But their atmospheres can be like Earth's and have giant storms.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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For the Sandhills, June is a prime time to see early blossoms, while August through September brings fields of sunflowers and asters.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Sirianni mentioned how those created short fields for an offense.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Terrains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terrains. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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