elevation

Example Sentences

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Iranians knew little about Khamenei before his elevation except that he was close to his father and that he played a role behind the scenes in the supreme leader’s powerful office.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Mono Lake stands in stark contrast to all other saline lakes in the West — including the Salton Sea and the Great Salt Lake — that are declining in elevation and facing significant environmental issues,” she wrote.

From Los Angeles Times

Luchetti’s elevation was a surprise to some leaders in the bank, who expected one of Mason’s lieutenants to be elevated to the role once he left, people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal

“On the subject of geography, what is the highest elevation in the state of Indiana?”

From Literature

Wildflowers started blooming here late last year and are mostly past their prime at lower elevations, including at popular viewing sites Henderson Canyon Road and Coyote Canyon.

From Los Angeles Times