as in continents
one of the great divisions of land on the globe or the main part of such a division
the boat back to the mainland leaves once every two days
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continents
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Nine countries and four continents have been represented during the five matches in Kansas City in this World Cup.
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Formula One is the ultimate travel sport, with 24 races spread across five continents in some of the most glamorous cities on Earth.
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“Mainlands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mainlands. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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