as in cathedral
a large, magnificent, or massive building
a hill from which one can gaze upon the towers of that great and historic city
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as in to climb
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Recent Examples of tower
Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2025
But perhaps Grindle’s most lasting contribution won’t be measured in towers raised or contracts won.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
McMillan, a towering 6-foot-4, 219-pound prospect, is a Servite High alumnus who caught 84 passes for 1,319 yards at Arizona last season.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The Empire State Building in New York is shining gold and white tower lights for a four-hour window Monday night and into Tuesday morning in memory of Pope Francis following his death.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2025
But perhaps Grindle’s most lasting contribution won’t be measured in towers raised or contracts won.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
The left image features the expansive Tharsis plateau and its chain of dormant volcanoes, including the colossal Olympus Mons, which can be seen towering above the Martian clouds.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
McMillan, a towering 6-foot-4, 219-pound prospect, is a Servite High alumnus who caught 84 passes for 1,319 yards at Arizona last season.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tower
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Francis and Fernández de Kirchner were unfriendly neighbors in Plaza de Mayo, the central square that hosts both the government headquarters and the cathedral where Francis delivered homilies during much of her presidency from 2007 to 2015.—
Almudena Calatrava and Isabel Debre,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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The collection also pays tribute to late French composer and conductor Pierre Boulez, with a commemorative concert marking the 100th anniversary of his birth, and also features the first live concert at Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral following its reopening last year.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2025
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That might sound dramatic, but when your body is under attack all the time, even small tasks — taking a shower, cooking dinner, going to the gym — becomes like climbing a mountain.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Full sun Soil Type: Moist, well-draining, rich Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0-7.0) USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9 A great diversity of climbing roses is available with varieties to suit any garden style.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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And when that happens, confidence in the entire edifice of government will unravel.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
25 Mar. 2025
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St James’ Park is a centripetal edifice, looming over everything and everyone.—
George Caulkin,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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If a step can be taken back from counting all those wins, the takeaway from an early season game should be that Randy Vásquez is clearly ascending.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2025
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John compared Autumn Variations to his own downtempo, plaintive 1970 album Tumbleweed Connection—and reminded him his music career should not be thought of as a constantly ascending escalator.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
16 Apr. 2025
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The palace continues to exercise caution around her schedule, announcing her appearances closer to the time and emphasizing that her recovery remains her top priority.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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After lunch, wind your way to Dar El Bacha, the former palace of Thami el Glaoui, the Pasha of Marrakesh in the early 20th century.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The show ended in 2022 as Oz mounted a campaign for a Senate seat in Pennsylvania.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Now, as labor costs rise and economic pressures mount, companies are increasingly downsizing.—
Heidi Farris,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Dark matter remains effectively invisible by not interacting with light, but its interaction with gravity has helped to shape galactic structures.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Look for agencies that demonstrate a genuine understanding of story structure, character development and worldbuilding—the art of creating an immersive world where your brand belongs.—
Alison Temple,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Bird flu has continued to decimate the egg supply, lifting prices.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Mark Carney won the Canadian election to continue his term as prime minister, Canadian and U.S. news outlets reported late Monday night, closing his victory after President Donald Trump's aggressive rhetoric and tariffs lifted the ruling Liberal Party to a remarkable political comeback.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Tower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tower. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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