1
: the apparent juncture of earth and sky : horizon
2
: an outline (as of buildings or a mountain range) against the background of the sky
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the New York City skyline
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The designation applies to the 85-acre city park on the northeast and east slopes of Neutaconkanut Hill, which is known for its views of the city's skyline.
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Antonia Noori Farzan, The Providence Journal, 14 Feb. 2026
For years, rapid growth has been reshaping neighborhoods across Austin, the continuing transformation marked by cranes dotting the skyline, road closures and steel rising across the metro area.
—Travis Webb, Austin American Statesman, 14 Feb. 2026
Movie buffs might recognize Schilthorn Piz-Gloria, the iconic mountain peak on the Jungfrau skyline that served as the filming location of the James Bond classic On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
Depictions of a car headed toward the state, the city skyline and Fair Park are joined with illustrations of cotton and the date of the city’s establishment.
—Aria Jones, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
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Antonia Noori Farzan, The Providence Journal, 14 Feb. 2026
For years, rapid growth has been reshaping neighborhoods across Austin, the continuing transformation marked by cranes dotting the skyline, road closures and steel rising across the metro area.
—Travis Webb, Austin American Statesman, 14 Feb. 2026
Movie buffs might recognize Schilthorn Piz-Gloria, the iconic mountain peak on the Jungfrau skyline that served as the filming location of the James Bond classic On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
Depictions of a car headed toward the state, the city skyline and Fair Park are joined with illustrations of cotton and the date of the city’s establishment.
—Aria Jones, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Skyline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skyline. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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