Thesaurus results for TERRAINS

terrains

noun

plural of terrain

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 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 Arizona is mostly known for its dry weather, hot summers, and desert terrains. —

Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026 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

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Noun

The rooms The rooms can best be described as minimalist but memorable, with a big emphasis on mood lighting, earth-toned velvet furniture, and photo-worthy vanity areas.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
Shelter-in-place order lifted Several areas near the scene were placed under a shelter-in-place order after the explosion, according to local officials.

— Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026