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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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Think of it as an adult jungle gym that doubles as a pergola—albeit one that expects something of you.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
23 May 2026
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If building a pergola or gazebo isn't within your backyard budget, take advantage of existing trees to create a restful, shaded spot for fabric sling chairs.—
Blythe Copeland,
Martha Stewart,
22 May 2026
Noun
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At the open-air dining room set under a canopy of palms, the menu focuses on Caribbean cuisine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Chef Brian Nasajon and Saladino Design Studios created an open sushi bar beneath a light canopy at the center of the room.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Noun
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This is a satin bower bird from Australia.—
Andy Court,
CBS News,
3 May 2026
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At Green-Wood, the interplay of skyline views and shaded bowers, paths curving into woods, and theatrical monuments trying to upstage each other on a hillside all add up to a sense of mystery that has never been diluted.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sky Ridge Yurts is home to cabins and circular tents called yurts.—
Simone Jasper
May 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2026
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Some residents don't believe Ebola exists, and there have been violent attacks on hospitals and isolation tents.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Eco effort The villas are mainly run on solar power (each villa’s roof is slightly sloped to accommodate these solar panels), and the resort is single plastic-free.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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His war in Iran has the price of gasoline and diesel through the roof which is making everything more expensive.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
31 May 2026
Noun
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All 12 of the accommodations are similar in size and feature floor-to-ceiling windows, though those who prefer the convenience of having their outdoor hot tub directly on their patio (as opposed to a few steps away from the structure) might prefer one of the other Haus styles.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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As gold confetti rained from the ceiling, Lai jumped up and down with excitement while Cowell joined her onstage for a hug.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Their final shape, round and big as racquetballs, came together when Dale portioned the dough balls into a silicone half-dome mold.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
2 June 2026
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Players from the top European teams, like Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, had already played sixty matches during their regular seasons, before taking to pitches in heat-dome temperatures of ninety-seven degrees and stifling humidity.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Make sure your grill is a few feet from your home and far away from awning overhangs, plants, etc.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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Tri-Land also plans to add two entirely new buildings, plus eliminate awnings, add landscaping, replace parking lots and sidewalks and add LED signage, Dube said.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
20 May 2026
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“Arbor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arbor. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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