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
Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026
The backstory As the second Tarabel hotel, the Lisbon property follows the brand’s first opening in Marrakech and has just nine suites, a private pool, alfresco dining, and a veranda with front-row seats over the river.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 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
Sliding glass doors are a staple of alfresco living, bridging the gap between your home and nature.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026
The backstory As the second Tarabel hotel, the Lisbon property follows the brand’s first opening in Marrakech and has just nine suites, a private pool, alfresco dining, and a veranda with front-row seats over the river.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 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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Conato Perfect for a mellow night out after a day of exploring, Conato features a warm atmosphere in a rustic outdoor setting.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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As well as the private pool, the large deck includes an outdoor kitchen area, shower and hammock built for two, the perfect place to watch the stars with just the sound of the birds and crickets.—
Hollie Clemence,
TheWeek,
27 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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Authorities did not immediately disclose the exact location where the warrant was served or where the goods were located, but released multiple images of boxes atop wooden pallets inside and just outside what appeared to be a warehouse.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
Adverb
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That’s when Talley allegedly pulled the pistol out from under a blanket, shooting one officer in the face and a second in the chin, authorities said.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The breezy material is perfect for keeping cool during the day, yet dressy enough to pair with sandals and a slinky top for an evening out.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Seeing a knockabout comedy set outdoors is a whole different barrel of laughs.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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This bench is perfect for the avid gardener and provides a place to sit down and relax after a long day outdoors.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Alfresco.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alfresco. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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