upland
Example Sentences
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Chinese astronomers hope to establish a major observatory program on the roof of the world, the Tibetan Plateau, with new research arguing for pristine observing conditions nestled in the uplands.
From Scientific American
The Grand Canyon, which spans over 277 miles of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands, sees millions of visitors every year.
From Fox News
Receding glaciers left behind a patchwork of rolling uplands and expansive wetlands, a harsh landscape that defied all early attempts at farming.
From Washington Post
While this is Denmark’s first match away from the Parken Stadium in Copenhagen, they as good as have home advantage because the famously sunlit uplands of Brexit mean Wales fans aren’t allowed to travel.
From The Guardian
It must be run through a large fabric bag that filters out sediment before the water is discharged into well-vegetated upland areas or constructed stormwater ponds.
From Seattle Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
