as in patio
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
a series of lunchtime concerts in the museum's open-air courtyard
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Recent Examples of courtyard
In the courtyard, faded photos of Hezbollah fighters surrounded by plastic flowers are laid out on the courtyard.
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Jane Arraf, NPR, 3 Nov. 2025
But when the pope arrived in the courtyard, the whole atmosphere completely changed.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Prine’s legacy at Stella’s is remembered with a colorful mural painted on a large fence at the back of the restaurant’s courtyard.
—Ken Perrotte, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
The one-acre plot features a courtyard with a fire pit, an infinity pool, a covered patio, an outdoor kitchen, and a guesthouse, in addition to the roughly 9,500-square-foot main home, with the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains serving as a backdrop.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for courtyard
Jane Arraf, NPR, 3 Nov. 2025
But when the pope arrived in the courtyard, the whole atmosphere completely changed.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Prine’s legacy at Stella’s is remembered with a colorful mural painted on a large fence at the back of the restaurant’s courtyard.
—Ken Perrotte, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
The one-acre plot features a courtyard with a fire pit, an infinity pool, a covered patio, an outdoor kitchen, and a guesthouse, in addition to the roughly 9,500-square-foot main home, with the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains serving as a backdrop.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for courtyard
Recent Examples of Synonyms for courtyard
Noun
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If trees and powerlines collapse, there's a chance that patio furniture can become airborne.—
Zach Boetto,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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And outdoor living spaces such as porches, patios and courtyards will help expand interior spaces, even in colder climates.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The uninviting labyrinth sprawlsthe east/west quadrangle from Girard to Fay.—
Leslie Simon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2025
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At the castle's quadrangle, a formal honor guard was presented and inspected by Trump and the king.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Tetra Aquatic Turtle Deluxe Kit 20 Gallons is the best choice for new turtle owners who want to ensure that their pet is kept in a suitable enclosure.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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The cow, described as calm and uninjured, had escaped from its enclosure at a nearby property.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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His arm was pinned into the back window of a car as a suspect sped away, dragging him across the pavement for about 100 yards, according to court documents.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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At that point, the suspect drove off, dragging the officer approximately 100 yards with his arm inside the car.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Courtyard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/courtyard. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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