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canyon

[kan-yuhn] / ˈkæn yən /
NOUN
gulf in mountain area
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A bottomless and impassable canyon is rarely how it first appears.

From New York Times

In 2020, a three-sided metal monolith, about 10 to 12 feet tall, was found at the base of a barren slot canyon in Red Rock Country in Utah.

From New York Times

The fold extends nearly 100 miles, creating a unique landscape with natural cliffs, domes, bridges and canyons that hikers, horseback riders, canyoneers and bikers love to explore.

From Seattle Times

Solitude might take a little longer, because the canyon is immensely popular and only an 18- to 22-mile drive from the Strip, depending on your route.

From Los Angeles Times

Mortensen’s melodic score has a tactile, earthy feel that perfectly suits the steep trails, canyons and rustic production design.

From Los Angeles Times