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alpine

[al-pahyn, -pin] / ˈæl paɪn, -pɪn /


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The Trinity Alps Wilderness, about three hours north of Sacramento, offers hiking trails, waterfalls, alpine lakes and smaller crowds than at popular national parks.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

Algeria battled back brilliantly twice against Austria in their final group game to qualify, and almost won the game, but they face a mountain to climb to get past another alpine nation.

From BBC Jun. 28, 2026

Supporters promoted it as a way to “counter growing pressures on Swiss schools, infrastructure, and the fragile alpine environment,” Susan Fratzke, senior policy analyst wrote in an email to Barron’s.

From Barron's Jun. 19, 2026

This large and gorgeous alpine lake straddles California and Nevada.

From MarketWatch Jun. 1, 2026

Not only that, but the foldout map was so charmingly decorated with pretty alpine meadows, it was impossible to read the street names.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

“No alpines are going to bloom all season,” Chips said.

From Seattle Times Aug. 9, 2023

At Oliver Nurseries, the alpines and plants that favor troughlike conditions are a small part of the vast offerings, as they have been since the nursery opened nearly 60 years ago.

From Seattle Times Aug. 9, 2023

Including Chips and her infectious love of alpines.

From Seattle Times Aug. 9, 2023

The openings between rocks offer opportunities for planting sun-loving alpines, succulents or small spring-flowering bulbs — plants with shallow roots that prefer well-drained soil.

From Seattle Times Oct. 20, 2022

The selection of suitable alpines, perennials and shrubs and trees also necessitates considerable knowledge on the part of the gardener.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 7 "Horticulture" to "Hudson Bay" by Various




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