as in roofs
a raised covering over something for decoration or protection
trees line both sides of the garden path, with their foliage forming a leafy canopy for walkers
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Recent Examples of canopies
Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
City officials said that canopies could still be allowed in some places, but not on the smaller beaches where there's little sand.
—Michele Gile, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
There’s still no AC, but fans are everywhere, even inside the mosquito-proof canopies over the beds.
—Flora Stubbs, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Dense canopies of coniferous trees dapple out the harshest parts of the sun so there's no need to squint to take in the lush surroundings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Traditionalists are upholstering more than just the headboard, adding canopies, half testers, and upholstered ceilings, often in a matching or coordinating pattern to the walls.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
But before a fire even starts, their goal is to remove invasive trees and brush, so when a blaze ignites and the infamous Santa Ana winds are blowing, embers don’t fly into tree canopies or dry vegetation and spread the fire more rapidly.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026
In the Fashion District on Friday morning, workers hoisted up the metal grates protecting storefronts, strung up canopies and set up racks of clothing and signs advertising sales for $1 accessories, $2 shirts.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2026
For instance, robotic company Bienesis SAS from France won a coveted 2026 CES innovation award for their AI Robot canopies covering vineyards to protect them against the elements of wind, rain, and heat increasing crop yields.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Noun
The district is a living lush tropical garden, dense with old-growth Banyan trees and oak canopies that shade sidewalk cafés.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
City officials said that canopies could still be allowed in some places, but not on the smaller beaches where there's little sand.
—Michele Gile, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
There’s still no AC, but fans are everywhere, even inside the mosquito-proof canopies over the beds.
—Flora Stubbs, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Dense canopies of coniferous trees dapple out the harshest parts of the sun so there's no need to squint to take in the lush surroundings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Traditionalists are upholstering more than just the headboard, adding canopies, half testers, and upholstered ceilings, often in a matching or coordinating pattern to the walls.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
But before a fire even starts, their goal is to remove invasive trees and brush, so when a blaze ignites and the infamous Santa Ana winds are blowing, embers don’t fly into tree canopies or dry vegetation and spread the fire more rapidly.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 17 Jan. 2026
In the Fashion District on Friday morning, workers hoisted up the metal grates protecting storefronts, strung up canopies and set up racks of clothing and signs advertising sales for $1 accessories, $2 shirts.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2026
For instance, robotic company Bienesis SAS from France won a coveted 2026 CES innovation award for their AI Robot canopies covering vineyards to protect them against the elements of wind, rain, and heat increasing crop yields.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canopies
Noun
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Potential applications include balconies, flat roofs and other concrete parts where compact strengthening solutions are necessary.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Feb. 2026
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The weather patterns that sweep through the Midwest leave their mark on roofs in ways that aren’t always visible from the curb.—
Allison Palmer
Updated February 19,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This violates the 4th Amendment, which protects people (including noncitizens) from unreasonable searches and seizures in their homes.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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The plant cell wall protects the carbs from dissolving in water.—
Michaeleen Doucleff,
NPR,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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The cold stillness felt temporary — as if the growers would return at any moment to prop up the crumpled tents, replant their crop and fling more beer cans and dirty underwear into the woods.—
Rachel Becker,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Verb
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With a comfortable neighborhood feel and screens easy to keep in view, the food supports a long watch.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
30 Jan. 2026
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The short-term impact was shocking with the loss of foliage but today, about 15 years later, the border looks beautiful and screens the neighbor’s house and yard while providing a reliable habitat for birds.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Suppliers worry about receiving payment for $130 million in spring merchandise as uncertainty clouds the company’s future.—
Elaine Kurtenbach,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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Uncertainty clouds the future for both Collins and Smith.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The $49 destination fee covers a lot.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Foro Penal, which keeps tabs on imprisoned dissidents and regime opponents, estimates that nearly 400 detainees will not benefit, noting the law covers only a 13-year period of the 27 years of Chavismo.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Canopies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canopies. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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