as in roof
a raised covering over something for decoration or protection
stayed under the awning outside the shop during the rainstorm
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Recent Examples of awning
Having lived in South Florida, Suarez is well aware of Miami’s wet summers, and his team will be installing retractable awnings over much of the outdoor dining area and the outdoor bar.
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Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 18 Feb. 2025
This week, the Prairie Village shop with the red awnings, is bustling with customers ordering and picking up these special treats personalized with names of children, grandchildren and family members.
—Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025
This is going to be, like, a hospital or a house or a gas station with an awning or a hardwood tree or a softwood tree.
—Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2025
The original metal awning came down in favor of a pergola with a woven roof that plays into the overall tropical theme.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
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Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 18 Feb. 2025
This week, the Prairie Village shop with the red awnings, is bustling with customers ordering and picking up these special treats personalized with names of children, grandchildren and family members.
—Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025
This is going to be, like, a hospital or a house or a gas station with an awning or a hardwood tree or a softwood tree.
—Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2025
The original metal awning came down in favor of a pergola with a woven roof that plays into the overall tropical theme.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for awning
Noun
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The vehicle then struck a tree and eventually came to rest on its roof, according to the warrant affidavit.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
15 May 2025
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Additionally, the bill earmarks funds for essential maintenance at JSC, including HVAC renewals, electrical upgrades, asbestos mitigation and roof repairs.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Indoors and out are braided together: The roof extends into a broad canopy, and the inner stone wall turns and slips through the glass to become an exterior façade.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
28 Apr. 2025
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Rose of Sharon also makes a good hedge but has a more open canopy.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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How many more 2000 pound bombs will Israel drop on tents before the hearing in 2026?—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
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Bear in mind, a tent does not protect you from lightning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
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“Awning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awning. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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