ENGLISH
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in the west

idiom
Meaning

This describes a location in the western part of a country, region, or the world. It's the direction where the sun sets.


Examples
SIMPLE

The sun sets in the west.

CONTEXTUAL

We are planning a road trip to visit the mountains located in the west.

COMPLEX

Many historical migration patterns show that settlers traveled toward the vast, unexplored territories situated in the west.

Last updated April 22, 2026