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Recent Examples of arbor
This design that shows off a wood arbor paired with a wood bench is a great example.
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 13 May 2026
This backyard takes a more elaborate approach with a series of arbors wrapped in string lights leading the way to the firepit area.
—Marisa Donnelly, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
Trellises, obelisks and arbors add a dimension that plantings alone cannot achieve.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
When covered in vines and surrounded by greenery, a simple wood arbor can infuse an outdoor space with a magical quality.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 13 May 2026
This backyard takes a more elaborate approach with a series of arbors wrapped in string lights leading the way to the firepit area.
—Marisa Donnelly, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
Trellises, obelisks and arbors add a dimension that plantings alone cannot achieve.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
When covered in vines and surrounded by greenery, a simple wood arbor can infuse an outdoor space with a magical quality.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for arbor
Noun
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Spacious one- or two-bedroom pool villas are tucked away in a tranquil garden, with two outdoor showers and a pergola for al fresco dining.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Outside, beneath an old water tower, are a wet bar, a pergola, and a second open-air shower.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
1 June 2026
Noun
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The undulating roofline imitates the Allegheny Mountains, and 38 steel columns create a canopy reminiscent of the region's forests, Prix Versailles says.—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Another nod comes by way of the retractable nature of one of the canopies.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 June 2026
Noun
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To do this, these avians build a special tunnel of twigs called a bower and surround it with a courtyard of colorful objects.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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Urban bowers also had nearly five times as many decorations as rural ones, averaging 90 items per bower compared to 20 for the rural birds.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 June 2026
Noun
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A little play tent with a play campfire had been thoughtfully set up for my kids in the living room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Ukraine’s emergency services said a fire had affected 800 square meters of the roof of the Dormition Cathedral, and released images that showed damage to the building.—
Victoria Butenko,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
Noun
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On entry, the floor-to-ceiling windows frame a cloudless blue sky with a panoramic view of the coastline from the terrace, and even directly from the bed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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The tin ceiling was missing several plates, and a hole in a skylight was letting in the rain, which caused the hardwood floors to warp and rot.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The neighborhood is near major religious sites Abu Diab’s neighborhood, al-Bustan, extends through a valley just outside the Old City, with the dome of the Al-Aqsa Mosque visible above the towering walls.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Abu Diab's neighborhood, al-Bustan, extends through a valley just outside the Old City, with the dome of the Al-Aqsa Mosque visible above the towering walls.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
Noun
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For more long-term solutions, install breathable roll-up shades, curtains, or awnings on the edges of your porch to block harsh sunlight and keep furniture and surfaces from absorbing heat.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 June 2026
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Madison Square Garden’s VIP entrance on 31st is marked by an awning that stretches to the curb, protecting blowouts from the weather.—
Adriane Quinlan,
Curbed,
3 June 2026
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“Arbor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arbor. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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