terrain
Example Sentences
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The landscape just to the west of the Three Sisters is forested, relatively flat terrain.
From Literature
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The system analyzed the same images and information that human planners typically use, then identified waypoint locations so Perseverance could travel safely across difficult Martian terrain.
From Science Daily
The area’s rugged terrain means coffee has to be picked by hand, and the typical farm there is less than 5 acres.
Despite their promise, reaching and studying these environments is extremely challenging due to rough terrain, limited entry points, and dangerous conditions.
From Science Daily
The retired former generals guide the geologists and finance executives who run mining companies through the less-familiar terrain of Washington.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.