High lands

As a skilled detective, I began with analyzing the crossword clue ‘High lands‘ and racking my brain for possible solutions. The word ‘high‘ implied that the answer had to be something elevated, so I immediately excluded any low-lying terrain or bodies of water. I then considered the potential length of the answer, scanning it for any recurring letters or combinations that might provide a clue. As I thought about the word ‘mesa‘, its meaning and the qualities it embodies, it suddenly clicked. Mesas are elevated, flat-topped landforms that can be found in arid regions, often standing out as prominent features of the landscape. They are also a common crossword puzzle answer for the clue ‘High lands‘. With this realization, I knew I had solved the mystery, and could confidently fill in the letters ‘MESAS‘ on the grid.