as in cape
an area of land that juts out into a body of water
the peninsula is constantly buffeted by storms
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Recent Examples of peninsula
Bikes are available for rent, allowing guests to explore the peninsula on two wheels.
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Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
Fittingly, Lotte’s presence across the peninsula is robust and diverse, ranging from the budget-conscious acccommodations (L7, Lotte City Hotels) to premium options.
—Katie Chang, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Just as the Korean peninsula had been split in two, Zainichi hibakusha sorted themselves into competing camps: Mindan, which was pro-South Korea, and Choren, which was pro-North Korea (and later renamed Soren).
—E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 16 June 2025
The plot on Rolling Hills on the Palos Verdes peninsula was ideal for the architectural movement’s articulated statement of indoor-outdoor living, with the bonus of sunsets over the Pacific, and the Hollywood sign behind.
—Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
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Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
Fittingly, Lotte’s presence across the peninsula is robust and diverse, ranging from the budget-conscious acccommodations (L7, Lotte City Hotels) to premium options.
—Katie Chang, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Just as the Korean peninsula had been split in two, Zainichi hibakusha sorted themselves into competing camps: Mindan, which was pro-South Korea, and Choren, which was pro-North Korea (and later renamed Soren).
—E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 16 June 2025
The plot on Rolling Hills on the Palos Verdes peninsula was ideal for the architectural movement’s articulated statement of indoor-outdoor living, with the bonus of sunsets over the Pacific, and the Hollywood sign behind.
—Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peninsula
Noun
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Nordkapp was named by an English sea captain who sailed past the cape in 1553 while searching for the Northwest Passage.—
Dan Fellner,
AZCentral.com,
6 July 2025
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Not all heroes wear capes — some have thick luxurious coats.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Wheatley reinforces this point, highlighting that the U.K. has expressed confidence in the islands’ progress.—
Panorama Media Ltd,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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At one point in the clip, Brody appeared to lose his balance and nearly fell off the board before quickly regaining his footing.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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When my swimming buddy Peggy and I were about to round the final headland before swimming another 1/4 mile to Reggae beach, the final destination, something heartwarming happened.—
Natalie Nixon,
Flow Space,
21 May 2025
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The property off Highway 1 resembles your own private headlands park with unparalleled panoramic views of the sea arches and the coastline.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2025
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“Peninsula.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peninsula. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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