as in topography
the physical features of a region as a whole
the geography of the region matches ancient descriptions of the location of the lost city
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Recent Examples of geography
Limon was pursuing a degree in geography, environmental science and policy, the Sarasota Herald Tribune, part of the USA TODAY Network, reported.
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Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Limon was studying geography, environmental science and policy, and Bristy is studying chemical engineering.
—Claudia Lauer, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Scott campaigned on a pledge to unite a city that historically has been divided by race, geography and wealth.
—Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 23 Apr. 2026
Limon, who was studying geography, environmental science and policy, was last seen at his home in a student apartment complex.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Limon was studying geography, environmental science and policy, and Bristy is studying chemical engineering.
—Claudia Lauer, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Scott campaigned on a pledge to unite a city that historically has been divided by race, geography and wealth.
—Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 23 Apr. 2026
Limon, who was studying geography, environmental science and policy, was last seen at his home in a student apartment complex.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for geography
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As Wiseman was capturing cellphone footage of Earthset, his fellow crew members were also busy snapping photos and recording observations about the moon’s impact craters and rugged topography.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
20 Apr. 2026
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Pittsburgh's topography can add to the challenge for security teams as the three rivers and the highways intersect the draft footprint, along with having no real way to know how many fans will show up for the event.—
John Shumway,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Achieving Growth Through Collaboration Modern competitive landscapes have led numerous entrepreneurs and businesses to overlook the emergent opportunities found in collaboration.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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The research adds to the understanding of the species and how populations adapt and survive in a landscape heavily influenced by humans.—
Erin Hassanzadeh,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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The Journey Through the Clouds route connects Vancouver and Jasper, passing through more remote terrain and alongside Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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Local 911 dispatchers and first responders navigated challenging terrain and weather conditions to reach him and ultimately save his life.—
Janelle Ash , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Geography.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/geography. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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