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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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrains
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Some might have expected Declan Rice alone to win those headers or harass the opposition in that manner, but the partnership between these two is about more than just Zubimendi allowing the England midfielder to burst into goalscoring areas.—
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Motorists should be alert for sudden changes in visibility due to the areas of dense fog.—
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Elliott is the most active of activist investors, engaging with companies across industries and multiple geographies.—
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Furthermore, the capital will enable Swap to enter new target geographies, equally bolstering its payments capabilities.—
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This positions the material as a strong candidate for electric vehicles, aerospace systems, and grid storage operating in extreme cold environments.—
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Many of these organisms are extremophiles, given their ability to survive and thrive in normally inhospitable environments.—
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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.—
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Beyond this period, 2026 can bring many blessings in the realms of career, finance, creativity, innovation, protection, love, and family.—
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Sátántangó’s desolate landscapes, dominated by mud, wind, and overcast skies, summoned a vision of earthly purgatory unrivaled in almost all of cinema.—
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American Express Travel American Express Travel’s Trending Destinations 2026 points to a wide range of places gaining momentum next year, from dramatic natural landscapes to lively cities and coastal escapes.—
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How Koi uncovered DarkSpectre's hidden network The breakthrough came when Koi analysts examined two domains tied to ShadyPanda.—
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Alongside the models, NVIDIA released large-scale open datasets covering multiple domains.—
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The Aztecs make their second trip to Phoenix in a month, this time to face controversial new conference member GCU in one of the nation’s most raucous home-court atmospheres.—
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Merciless, vile, and downright sadistic, The Rite delivers stunning entertainment that strays away from depending on shadows and eerie atmospheres.—
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The fact that both these sports use rounded playing fields that are similar in size to an athletics track makes the transition easier, Coulson said.—
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Members will also have access to a spa, hiking, biking, fishing, clubhouse, fitness center, kids adventure center, family water park, outdoor sports fields and other amenities.—
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“Terrains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terrains. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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