1
: the apparent juncture of earth and sky : horizon
2
: an outline (as of buildings or a mountain range) against the background of the sky
Examples of skyline in a Sentence
the New York City skyline
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The Dallas skyline didn't become iconic until Reunion Tower was finished in the late 1970s.
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Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 7 Apr. 2025
The outlet shared a photo of the couple holding hands while walking and another posing in front of the N.Y.C. skyline.
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With a state-of-the-art retractable roof, guests can enjoy the outdoor ambiance in comfort throughout the year, all while soaking in views of the Charlotte skyline.
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The panorama stretches across four counties and takes in city skyline views, four Bay Area bridges, the Marin Headlands, East Bay Hills and the South Bay.
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Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 7 Apr. 2025
The outlet shared a photo of the couple holding hands while walking and another posing in front of the N.Y.C. skyline.
—Jackie Tempera, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
With a state-of-the-art retractable roof, guests can enjoy the outdoor ambiance in comfort throughout the year, all while soaking in views of the Charlotte skyline.
—Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2025
The panorama stretches across four counties and takes in city skyline views, four Bay Area bridges, the Marin Headlands, East Bay Hills and the South Bay.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Skyline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skyline. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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