promontories

"He went to the Grand Canyon and spent a week taking in the breathtaking scenery all around him."

"All he had to show for four years of attendance at college was a framed piece of paper."

"The park rangers warned the hikers about the possibility of encountering bears on the trail. "

"He reached for a weapon that was on the table."

"The hikers saw a beautiful headland jutting out into the ocean from the coast. "

"The students admired the intricate detail in the teacher's lesson plan. "

"The stretching of the rubber band showed its elasticity. "

"The backpack was heavy, and it hurt her shoulders. "

"I stopped at the traffic lights."

"The shelf is projecting about a foot from the wall. "

"Before dinner, I finished my homework. "

"The company is extending its office hours to better serve customers. "