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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
Breed behavior, grazing density, and different terrains pose a challenge for the technology, to achieve a universal platform that works for every rancher.
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Jake Angelo, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
The team is now exploring ways to further optimize the model, including reducing computational load and improving adaptability across different terrains and mission types.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Apr. 2026
Comfort is offered by way of a leather footbed and OrthoLite cushioning, while the Vibram 262k Bifida outsole provides stability, shock absorption and grip across different terrains.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
But the images from his studio—their panache and sensuality, the rich density of their optical terrains—have made Keïta a lodestar of West Africa’s twentieth-century photography.
—Zoë Hopkins, New Yorker, 7 Feb. 2026
Made from a quick-drying and breathable Enduro performance fabric, I've been constantly impressed by the resilience of these pants through a variety of climates and terrains.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
Siting houses in some of America’s most breathtaking but also rugged terrains, the AD100 architect takes care to create a deep sense of shelter—nestling buildings into hillsides, even blasting into rock—and engineer awe through sweeping vistas and intimate connections to nature.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 19 Jan. 2026
The team trains by going on runs or hikes in difficult terrains throughout Los Angeles County and by doing brush clearance several times a week.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026
The car has some upgrades for racing, including a tighter suspension and Roush exhaust and intake, though the tires are BFGoodrich all-terrains.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026
Jake Angelo, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
The team is now exploring ways to further optimize the model, including reducing computational load and improving adaptability across different terrains and mission types.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Apr. 2026
Comfort is offered by way of a leather footbed and OrthoLite cushioning, while the Vibram 262k Bifida outsole provides stability, shock absorption and grip across different terrains.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
But the images from his studio—their panache and sensuality, the rich density of their optical terrains—have made Keïta a lodestar of West Africa’s twentieth-century photography.
—Zoë Hopkins, New Yorker, 7 Feb. 2026
Made from a quick-drying and breathable Enduro performance fabric, I've been constantly impressed by the resilience of these pants through a variety of climates and terrains.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
Siting houses in some of America’s most breathtaking but also rugged terrains, the AD100 architect takes care to create a deep sense of shelter—nestling buildings into hillsides, even blasting into rock—and engineer awe through sweeping vistas and intimate connections to nature.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 19 Jan. 2026
The team trains by going on runs or hikes in difficult terrains throughout Los Angeles County and by doing brush clearance several times a week.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026
The car has some upgrades for racing, including a tighter suspension and Roush exhaust and intake, though the tires are BFGoodrich all-terrains.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrains
Noun
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Aid groups say the true toll could be much higher as access to areas of fighting across the vast country remains limited.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Texas' stores included six in North Texas – Frisco, Grapevine, Highland Village, Lewisville, Mansfield and North Richland Hills – along with others in the Austin, San Antonio, Tyler and Houston areas.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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While the resource is abundant, the primary challenge is coordination across geographies.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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Serving schools across multiple geographies reduces exposure to any single funding cycle and can create more predictable recurring revenue.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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Small school environments foster closer relationships.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Ahead, gardening experts recommend a variety of robust perennials that thrive in sandy environments.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
16 Apr. 2026
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Mortal Kombat 2 will focus on the Mortal Kombat tournament, the big battle in which warriors from different realms face off against one another in a fight to the bloody finish.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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For Aristotle, relationships are a portal into the realms of the vast and mysterious universe.—
Ross Channing Reed,
The Conversation,
9 Apr. 2026
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Even someone like me, who avoids intense adventure travel but loves nature photography, can’t help but be struck by the landscapes.—
Rachel King,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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The aesthetics for every vendor vary to subtly evoke landscapes or cuisines or moods.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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The science looks so similar across different domains, in terms of how much genetics matters, but our response to the science in the culture can swing really wildly from one direction to the other.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
9 Apr. 2026
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The group then used its control of routers to change DNS lookups for select websites, including, Microsoft said, domains for the company’s 365 service.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2026
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There are marine and estuary topographies, cypresses, and mangroves.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The team’s diamond-anvil device can generate pressures as high as five million atmospheres.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Apr. 2026
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The project aims to preserve the Swamp’s historic character, including orange Wing Walls and the close fan-to-field proximity that helps create one of the best game-day atmospheres in college football.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Terrains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terrains. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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