as in mountainous
having many hills
hilly terrain hilly roads
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Recent Examples of hilly
Photo : Jo David for Sotheby’s International Realty Floor-to-ceiling glass windows in the kitchen look out over the hilly neighborhood.
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 20 May 2025
However, Aguiar said that undulating, hilly terrain could provide a better workout and that walking outside could boost enjoyment and mental health.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 2 May 2025
To my right was a verdant, hilly landscape dotted with towering trees, while on my left, our first stop—the charming Barra Vieja—was already packed with drinkers.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
The hilly terrain can be sapping, but Emery developed a passion for long walks and bike rides to clear his thoughts.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 20 May 2025
However, Aguiar said that undulating, hilly terrain could provide a better workout and that walking outside could boost enjoyment and mental health.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 2 May 2025
To my right was a verdant, hilly landscape dotted with towering trees, while on my left, our first stop—the charming Barra Vieja—was already packed with drinkers.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
The hilly terrain can be sapping, but Emery developed a passion for long walks and bike rides to clear his thoughts.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hilly
Adjective
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Limpopo, a mountainous province that’s divided from Zimbabwe and Botswana by the Limpopo River, is one of the more underserved parts of South Africa.—
Mary Holland,
Robb Report,
5 June 2025
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When Neo awakens, we are lost amid mountainous, industrial pods.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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The difference, however, was in the sheer volume of players who left on a temporary basis.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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Nevertheless, the analysts flagged the sheer volume and tone of the content as a genuine officer safety concern.—
Dell Cameron,
Wired News,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Glaciers of the Pleistocene epoch, which retreated about 14,000 years ago, left behind the rolling landscape of craggy granite peaks, sloping valleys, and fathomless lakes.—
Alex Tzelnic,
Outside Online,
6 June 2025
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Dodger Stadium is 63 years old, and the concrete above Aquino’s seat appeared craggy in some places.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
Adjective
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Now retired, Nouveau Chapeau is helping Charis get back to bolder colors and patterns.—
Emiene Wright,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2025
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The pitch promises a bold new voice in European adult animation.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
6 June 2025
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“Hilly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hilly. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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