at altitude

phrase

: at a high altitude, where the air is thin
She trained for the race at altitude.

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So, imagine running 30 miles with a stomach full of every conceivable combination and permutation of tortilla, meat, and cheese, and then doing it at altitude. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2026 Tuntivate and Hicks have trained together for the last three years, mainly in Eugene and the past few months, in Park City, Utah at altitude. — Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 7 Sep. 2026 One hunter who is in excellent physical condition might feel poorly at altitude while a less physically fit person feels fine. — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 3 Sep. 2026 An overconfidence in the set-piece made South Africa waive off numerous kickable penalties at altitude to try and bury the All Blacks with tries. — ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for at altitude

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“At altitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20altitude. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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