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
Large retractable awnings, originally installed to keep rain out, now also provides critical shade from the sun.
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Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
While murals were being created on the exterior of the building, Corral said more work is planned for the future, including awnings and a wheelchair ramp.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Restler and Crichlow didn’t discuss the awnings on the tour, but per PIX 11, a 2024 inspection done by a private firm found problems related to the façade.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 5 Aug. 2025
Soon, signs on the store awnings were written in foreign languages.
—John Carlisle, Freep.com, 31 May 2025
After walking for one mile, hikers will reach a pocket park on the northern side of the trail, featuring tables, a sweet walking path, shade awnings and a Little Free Library.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
Exterior walls have been artfully modernized with industrial-style accents, like steel awnings and soft-glow LED lighting.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
Fairy lights strung along the awnings of each business are twinkling.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 18 Mar. 2025
Flowing fountains provide a tranquil soundscape, complementing the stately columns and classic Mediterranean awnings that define the estate’s architectural splendor.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
While murals were being created on the exterior of the building, Corral said more work is planned for the future, including awnings and a wheelchair ramp.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Restler and Crichlow didn’t discuss the awnings on the tour, but per PIX 11, a 2024 inspection done by a private firm found problems related to the façade.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 5 Aug. 2025
Soon, signs on the store awnings were written in foreign languages.
—John Carlisle, Freep.com, 31 May 2025
After walking for one mile, hikers will reach a pocket park on the northern side of the trail, featuring tables, a sweet walking path, shade awnings and a Little Free Library.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
Exterior walls have been artfully modernized with industrial-style accents, like steel awnings and soft-glow LED lighting.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
Fairy lights strung along the awnings of each business are twinkling.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 18 Mar. 2025
Flowing fountains provide a tranquil soundscape, complementing the stately columns and classic Mediterranean awnings that define the estate’s architectural splendor.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awnings
Noun
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Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Home improvement impersonators remain a persistent problem, with contractors offering to pave driveways or repair roofs, collecting large advance payments, and then disappearing.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The colors were inspired by our surrounding environment – violet crown skies and the green canopies of our parks and trails.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Graco jogging strollers also feature adjustable reclining positions and canopies or one-handed folding mechanisms.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Advertisement Elawada said that dozens of Palestinians had arrived in the area from northern Gaza on Tuesday morning without tents.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
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On multiple occasions, pro-Palestinian protesters clashed with state police and saw their tents torn down.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Awnings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awnings. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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