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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Nashville skyline paddle: Kayak three miles from East Nashville’s Shelby Park to Nissan Stadium with Cumberland Kayak and Adventure Company.
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Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
Ride the iconic Star Ferry across Victoria Harbour for panoramic views of its soaring skyline, or ascend to Victoria Peak for glorious sunsets.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
The Eiffel Tower returned in the third photo of the carousel post, and featured a more complete look of Lizzo in the metallic number, while also giving a generous look at the Parisian skyline.
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The four-level, four-bedroom home features luxurious amenities as well as stellar views of the Music City skyline.
—Diana Leyva, USA Today, 25 July 2025
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Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
Ride the iconic Star Ferry across Victoria Harbour for panoramic views of its soaring skyline, or ascend to Victoria Peak for glorious sunsets.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
The Eiffel Tower returned in the third photo of the carousel post, and featured a more complete look of Lizzo in the metallic number, while also giving a generous look at the Parisian skyline.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 25 July 2025
The four-level, four-bedroom home features luxurious amenities as well as stellar views of the Music City skyline.
—Diana Leyva, USA Today, 25 July 2025
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“Skyline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skyline. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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