as in geography
the physical features of a region as a whole a map of the topography of the coastline shows a significant loss of wetlands

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Recent Examples of topography That, along with the currents and topography of the area, provides a plethora of small fish, which in turn draws a variety of whale species, including minke, fin, humpback, and even beluga whales. Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 Tsunamis can travel significant distances inland, depending on topography and the strength of the waves. George Petras, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025 Fire spread continues to be primarily influenced by alignment with topography, with any ongoing movement likely oriented toward the north and northeast. Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 Sep. 2025 This 484-square-mile treat of topography is known for many things: sky-high climbs, scenic hikes, pristine night skies, and eye-popping wildlife. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for topography
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Noun
  • Home to 44 countries, each with its own culture, geography, language, traditions, and cuisine, Europe is one of the world’s most popular continents to visit and a once-in-a-lifetime trip for many.
    Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
  • English clubs have retained their identity, their geography and, less glamorously, their financial stability and earning power by owning their own grounds outright (with the exception of West Ham, whose fans are the unhappiest at their team’s new home).
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
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  • The landscapes feel plucked from an epic poem, and centuries of battles, folklore, and ancient clans set the tone for a vibrant culture steeped in history.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2025
  • The future Ultimately, the changing landscape and evolving relationship between networks and streamers is about futureproofing.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025
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  • Let’s Play Ball follows two rival teams of comedians go head-to-head in a race to transport a gigantic ball across various terrains.
    Peter White, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
  • The tires are heavy-duty all-terrain types, and the exterior lighting is LED, while the turn signals are animated.
    Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025

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“Topography.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topography. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.

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