hinterland

Example Sentences

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Soon even the humblest burgh in the hinterland could lay claim to a flourishing pizzeria.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

Moreover, there is substantial income variation between urban vs. rural seniors, and between those in coastal megacities and those in hinterland counties.

From Barron's • Nov. 28, 2025

When you’re just another tourist following a well-trodden itinerary, serendipity is rare, but the Georgian hinterland seems to regularly yield chance happenings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

George Reid was one of the most substantial political figures to serve in the Scottish Parliament with a hinterland that gave him insight and authority.

From BBC • Aug. 13, 2025

While Marcus lay trembling with fear and guilt, and Julius in chains tracked Boots into the hot, dry hinterland, Aurelia was in her mother’s private apartment, where she had been summoned.

From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks