northern

Example Sentences

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Snow levels are expected to drop at high elevations, but some places, such as the northern Ventura County mountains, could have wet snow, so drivers should be cautious.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

A lot of the electricity is coming from offshore wind in northern Scotland and many more cables are being installed to distribute this power across the country.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

St. Michael’s, one of the most well-respected institutions in northern New England, is among them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

This excludes the country's northern border area near Lebanon, where the war against Iran-backed Hezbollah continues.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

After we had crossed over the river’s northern bend, the carriage stopped.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros