inland

Example:The interior region of the country often faces different challenges compared to the coastal areas.

Definition:An adjective describing something that is in the middle or central part of an area, not on the outer edge or border.

Example:Continental drift is a theory that explains the movement of continents over geological timescales, often far from coastal areas.

Definition:An adjective describing something that is part of or extends over an entire continent, emphasizing the distance from the coast.

Example:Mesic environments are ideal for many species of plants and animals that thrive in moderate conditions, not being too inland that they face arid conditions.

Definition:An adjective describing an environment or area that receives a moderate amount of moisture, not too dry or too wet, often not near the coast where moisture levels might be more extreme.