umbrella

Definition of umbrellanext
as in arbor
a collapsible covering used to protect against rain or sun I always keep an umbrella handy—you never know when you might need one.

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Recent Examples of umbrella There are private pools and decking featuring hammocks, sun loungers with umbrellas, a large swing, and areas to sit, eat, and chat as a group, and a Big Green Egg barbecue grill. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 Both fall under the umbrella of the Secretary of the Commonwealth's office. David Wade, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026 The Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center is the umbrella organization presenting the festival, which is celebrating 35 years in Anaheim. Andrea Manes, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026 This adjustable porch umbrella will help shield you from the elements. Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for umbrella
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Noun
  • Arched garden arbors provide a timeless and whimsical flair to a yard.
    Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Trellises, obelisks and arbors add a dimension that plantings alone cannot achieve.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • These efforts worked — but only as a temporary shield.
    Jennifer Granholm, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Warren used the Brink’s driver as a shield and pointed his gun at the guard.
    Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • In addition to messaging on screens, the Stagecoach app sent an alert for people to evacuate.
    Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Another one came a minute later, when Brunson set an off-ball screen for Anunoby, who then beat Jalen Johnson on a backdoor cut to the paint.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • According to court documents, facility staff identified the suspect as Felicia Anderson, 39, who is listed as a shelter resident.
    Alexa Ashwell, Baltimore Sun, 1 May 2026
  • In 2024, a record 2,100 sea lions parked themselves at the dock, with the Pier 39 marina providing an ideal living situation because of the available food and shelter from predators.
    Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Second-row passengers are treated to heated seats and sunshades, while tri-zone climate control keeps everyone comfortable.
    Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Park in the shade or use a sunshade Parking in the shade can help keep car interiors cool, which would reduce the need for heavy air conditioning.
    Keith Laing, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Lucchese had American alligator cowboy boots in a shade called black cherry for sale for $17,000.
    Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 28 Apr. 2026
  • The couple made their entrance — arm in arm — with Sonenshein in a tea-length, corseted gown and Vahle in a bespoke suit the shade of a Liguria olive.
    Kit Warchol, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.
    Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
  • The pro football player, 28, and his wife, 24, exchanged vows underneath a marble dome surrounded by blush-toned blooms, set directly in front of a lake fountain.
    Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Recycling Cinema was first exhibited at the inaugural Hong Kong pavilion at the Venice Biennale in 2001.
    Pauline J. Yao, Artforum, 2 May 2026
  • Dog lovers will appreciate the community Bark Park with separate small/large dog areas, water stations, waste stations and a covered pavilion.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026

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“Umbrella.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/umbrella. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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