as in hill
an area of high ground
a rocky prominence that commands a stunning view of the surrounding area
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Recent Examples of prominence
Solar prominences are large loops of plasma — hot gas composed mainly of hydrogen and helium.
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Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 29 May 2025
Where many franchises might’ve lost their luster or hype after such an extended wait, the perpetual cultural prominence of the series has ensured that anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI is at an all-time high.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 26 May 2025
For all the prominence of figures like Billy Graham or Rick Warren, no Protestant leader carries the singular, global authority and visibility of the Bishop of Rome.
—Case Thorp, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 May 2025
Despite a pandemic and universal shift in how people approach work, his company grew to prominence within a few years of its 2018 founding, naming Amazon, Schneider Electric and Marriott among its clients by 2021.
—Aman Kidwai, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
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Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 29 May 2025
Where many franchises might’ve lost their luster or hype after such an extended wait, the perpetual cultural prominence of the series has ensured that anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI is at an all-time high.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 26 May 2025
For all the prominence of figures like Billy Graham or Rick Warren, no Protestant leader carries the singular, global authority and visibility of the Bishop of Rome.
—Case Thorp, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 May 2025
Despite a pandemic and universal shift in how people approach work, his company grew to prominence within a few years of its 2018 founding, naming Amazon, Schneider Electric and Marriott among its clients by 2021.
—Aman Kidwai, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prominence
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The ride also was known for its dramatic 17-story, straight-up lift hill right out of the loading station.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 June 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, hill peaks, or ridge tops.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2025
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The rule, adopted before the 2020 season but not implemented until this year due to the upheavals caused by the coronavirus pandemic, states that a team cannot use a position player on the mound unless there is a difference of six or more runs between the two teams.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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If all turns out well, Kirby is scheduled to be back on the mound on Sunday, June 8 against the Los Angeles Angels.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Thanks to courses in communication studies, students are schooled in the evolving business models of the creative industries, and dive into allyship and advocacy through sound studies and the school’s eminence in audiology.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2025
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The eminence whom the film casts as the prime mover of benevolent governance is Nelson Rockefeller, a liberal Republican (the breed wasn’t uncommon then) who was the state’s governor from 1959 to 1973.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2025
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The structures—built between the 1920s and 1960s—are built at slight elevations and capitalize on their surroundings by framing sweeping views of mountains and hills.—
Kristine Hansen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
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The Figari vineyard sits at 4,000 feet of elevation at the base of the Omu di Cagna Mountain while the Bonifacio vineyard is situated above the Mediterranean near the Bonifacio cliffs.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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The clip transitioned into a few family photos before showcasing videos of his children doing impressive flips and jumps down the mountain, with the ease of professionals.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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The 33-year-old inmate, Angel Gaxiola, was discovered missing by the staff during a head count at Holton Conservation Camp, which is in the mountains northeast of Sylmar, about 9 p.m. Sunday, the department said.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Pigeons also adapted in response to human development, nesting on skyscrapers instead of on cliff faces and expanding their range alongside people.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 May 2025
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Over the franchise's 30-year span, Cruise has done everything from dangling from a wire in Mission: Impossible to motorcycling off a cliff in Mission Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One.—
Skyler Trepel,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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“Prominence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prominence. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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