as in outdoor
of, relating to, or held in the open air
during the summer months, the theater company puts on a series of alfresco performances
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Recent Examples of alfresco
Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
In addition to the full bathroom with a shower, there’s also an alfresco soak tub outside overhung with string lights.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Aperitivo transitions seamlessly into dinner; all are taken alfresco under the veranda’s shade.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Wayfair is packed with outdoor furniture sets that include dining tables for alfresco dinners, sofas for lounging, and comfy chairs for reading.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
In addition to the full bathroom with a shower, there’s also an alfresco soak tub outside overhung with string lights.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
Adverb
Dine alfresco on the front patio on nicer days; otherwise, the views over the Pacific are stunning inside the restaurant.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Aperitivo transitions seamlessly into dinner; all are taken alfresco under the veranda’s shade.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alfresco
Adjective
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The summer concert season will soon be here in full force, and many musical groups have outdoor performances planned.—
Maggie Penman,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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The resort started in 2012 as a living showroom for Dekeyser’s outdoor furniture business DEDON.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
Adverb
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Because it’s located on the beach, kids have access to the sand and sun, and there’s a pirate-ship style play area outside.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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The Aces dominated in the paint, outscoring Connecticut 58-34 and out-rebounding the home team 46-29.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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One week out from the primary election, Keisha Lance Bottoms fielded a flurry of questions from voters gathered at the Columbus Public Library.—
Riley Bunch,
AJC.com,
13 May 2026
Adverb
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Feather dusters benefit from a light shake outdoors and occasional spot cleaning with cool water, followed by thorough drying.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
12 May 2026
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Children, older adults, pregnant women, and people of other sensitive groups like those with asthma, heart disease or other respiratory conditions are encouraged to limit time outdoors and stay inside if possible.—
Manuel Bojorquez,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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“Alfresco.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alfresco. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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