as in roof
a raised covering over something for decoration or protection
trees line both sides of the garden path, with their foliage forming a leafy canopy for walkers
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Recent Examples of canopy
Radhika Seth, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026
In late spring, when the trees have donned their leafy canopies, the ephemerals return to dormancy instead of struggling to grow in deep shade.
—Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 27 Apr. 2025
Why Trust Travel + Leisure Lauren Breedlove is a traveler and beachgoer who knows the importance of finding the right beach umbrella or canopy for use everywhere from camping to a beach vacation.
—Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The reception followed, once again at The Greyfield Inn, held under a white canopy tent.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026
In late spring, when the trees have donned their leafy canopies, the ephemerals return to dormancy instead of struggling to grow in deep shade.
—Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
Sometimes the truck passed down shady streets canopied by fertile trees.
—Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 27 Apr. 2025
Why Trust Travel + Leisure Lauren Breedlove is a traveler and beachgoer who knows the importance of finding the right beach umbrella or canopy for use everywhere from camping to a beach vacation.
—Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canopy
Noun
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The exterior is finished in cedar, with a standing seam metal roof.—
Adam Williams
March 15,
New Atlas,
15 Mar. 2026
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The Lincoln Aviator is a luxury SUV due to its potent twin turbo V6 engine with intelligent AWD, and a cabin featuring premium leather heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic vista roof, and a Revel audio system.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Consider moving a meeting to protect family time, because a small adjustment could restore steadiness without sacrificing your supportive nature.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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To protect these fragile machines, developers are supposed to invest in expensive battery storage or grid backups, ultimately driving up production costs and stalling the transition to affordable green fuel.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Phantom Fireworks operates nearly 100 brick-and-mortar stores nationwide, along with seasonal tents and wholesale distribution.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The facility had been recently hardened with a concrete shell and then covered with soil in the months before the current conflict.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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Even with the massive emergency release, analysts said that strategic reserves can cover only a fraction of the supply loss if the conflict dragged on.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In addition to hosting the opening night reception, Big Newport typically hosts multiple screening events throughout the festival’s run.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
14 Mar. 2026
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This is especially important because early mechanical changes may be too subtle for doctors to detect during routine exams or colonoscopies, which are recommended starting at age 45 for screening colon cancer.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Canopy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canopy. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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