as in hill
an area of high ground
there are permanent glaciers in the cool, humid highlands of the Pacific Northwest
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Recent Examples of highland
Nestled in the highlands of the 90,000-acre island of Lanai, this quiet escape immerses visitors in the island’s natural beauty.
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Jasmine Browley, Essence, 20 June 2025
The Creag is a short walk away from the Highlands clubhouse and draws its inspiration, as does much of the resort, from the rugged Scottish highlands.
—Mike Fore, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Stretching across the heart of Iceland’s southern region, the trek begins in the highlands of Landmannalaugar, an area known for its hot springs and multi-hued rhyolite mountains, and concludes in the glacial valley of Thórsmörk.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 12 June 2025
At first blush, the idea of a tequila from the highlands of Mexico melded with the culture and creativity of India would seem an unlikely combination.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
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Jasmine Browley, Essence, 20 June 2025
The Creag is a short walk away from the Highlands clubhouse and draws its inspiration, as does much of the resort, from the rugged Scottish highlands.
—Mike Fore, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Stretching across the heart of Iceland’s southern region, the trek begins in the highlands of Landmannalaugar, an area known for its hot springs and multi-hued rhyolite mountains, and concludes in the glacial valley of Thórsmörk.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 12 June 2025
At first blush, the idea of a tequila from the highlands of Mexico melded with the culture and creativity of India would seem an unlikely combination.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for highland
Noun
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, the top of a hill, or a ridge top.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 July 2025
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Just as runners map their route to avoid unnecessary hills or dangerous intersections, project leaders must anticipate obstacles and plan alternative pathways.—
Sarah Edwards,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Noun
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But, with Trevino on the mound, someone had to go behind the plate and the only one left was Stephenson.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Still, Montgomery left Hendricks on the mound, and Smith hit a hard ground ball through the middle, driving in a run.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
10 July 2025
Noun
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With seven miles of shoreline, the 892-acre park has plenty of space to explore tidal wetlands interspersed with farmland and upland forests.—
Simon Davidson,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2025
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This drought tolerant vine grows naturally on dry, sandy soils in pine forest openings and coastal uplands.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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For the second time in a week, someone has died visiting a waterfall in the North Carolina mountains, searchers say.—
Mark Price
Updated July 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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Luckily, their families found the beautiful small town in the mountains, Redwood Hollows.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 July 2025
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“Highland.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highland. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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