awnings

Definition of awningsnext
plural of awning
as in roofs
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 awnings Designed to whisk you away to the Amalfi Coast (complete with striped awnings, Baroque accents, and the gentle murmur of a central working fountain), Patatino serves up classic, hearty plates that can be greedily gobbled solo or ordered in larger portions for sharing. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026 There are usually a few supports to add manually, most often for the door and window awnings, but the main structure pitches immediately with little extra effort. New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026 The covered, but open-air space, has a new roof with five retractable awnings, new high-top counter with eight seats facing the water, new dining tables, new or reupholstered furnishings and new light fixtures. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026 The Charlotte Boardwalk upgrades To attract more tenants, Red Hill is looking to make several aesthetic changes, including new awnings, paint and wayfinding signage. Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 3 Feb. 2026 Sprucing up the outdoor area, installing more awnings and creating night-time programming (live music, for example). Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026 There, everyone comes and goes on longboats that have awnings, a row of rudimentary seats, and a small outboard motor. Stanley Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026 In the hour leading up to the parade were brief periods of heavy rain as attendees began gathering on Colorado Boulevard, where fold-up chairs were empty as people huddled under various building awnings or archways. Paris Barraza, USA Today, 1 Jan. 2026 Those who did attend used umbrellas, ponchos and awnings to protect themselves from the downpour. Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awnings
Noun
  • The museum is adorned with the 36 letters of the Armenian alphabet and a glass hazarashen skylight, inspired by traditional roofs in homes across the Armenian Highlands.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
  • The Local Control Funding Formula, which funds California schools, is intended to support classroom instruction and student services, not major capital needs such as replacing aging HVAC systems, repairing roofs or modernizing classrooms.
    Ben Churchill, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • These vines can get into tree canopies when growing on adjacent fences or other structures.
    Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
  • Oaks, hickories, tulip poplars and other hardwoods, leafless only a week ago, are quickly donning their bright green canopies.
    Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Remember, tents do not shield you from lightning.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2026
  • The Islamic Society of Orange County’s Eid al-Fitr was marked by tents and other shade structures that popped up to shield people from the heat that has been breaking records in Southern California all week.
    Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026

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“Awnings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awnings. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.

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