variants
also inclosures
as in courtyards
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
a fenced-in enclosure where the sheep are allowed to graze unattended
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Recent Examples of enclosures
Authorities have worked in recent years to reduce the monkey population through sterilization programs and by relocating some animals to dedicated enclosures.
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Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
This episode actually has several of these scenes, primarily around the 10-Petal, where Rip is leading his crew — including his newest hand, Carter — through the daily routines of examining the herd and checking the enclosures.
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Noel Murray,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
The firm said the TENER Sodium system has the same size and shape as LFP systems, so developers can use their current platforms without changing enclosures, redesigning projects, or repeating certifications.
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Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
24 June 2026
Hats must be worn by ladies with a minimum base diameter of 4 inches, and, unlike in other enclosures, fascinators—a smaller headpiece attached to a comb, hair clip, or headband—are not allowed.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
According to the authorities, Guo had converted two bedrooms and the living room into reptile enclosures while keeping his furniture in a single bedroom.
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Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Women are required to wear a headpiece in almost all the enclosures — though what exactly that looks like, depends on the class of ticket.
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Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
The experiential component of PGATSS simulator showrooms enables customers to demo and compare residential, outdoor, and commercial systems — from high-end setups with premium launch monitors, enclosures, and projectors to entry-level options with little more than a net and mat.
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Erik Matuszewski,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Lally also has to clean their enclosures, and weigh and track all of the pandas’ feces in order to monitor their health.
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Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
This episode actually has several of these scenes, primarily around the 10-Petal, where Rip is leading his crew — including his newest hand, Carter — through the daily routines of examining the herd and checking the enclosures.
—
Noel Murray,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
The firm said the TENER Sodium system has the same size and shape as LFP systems, so developers can use their current platforms without changing enclosures, redesigning projects, or repeating certifications.
—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
24 June 2026
Hats must be worn by ladies with a minimum base diameter of 4 inches, and, unlike in other enclosures, fascinators—a smaller headpiece attached to a comb, hair clip, or headband—are not allowed.
—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
According to the authorities, Guo had converted two bedrooms and the living room into reptile enclosures while keeping his furniture in a single bedroom.
—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Women are required to wear a headpiece in almost all the enclosures — though what exactly that looks like, depends on the class of ticket.
—
Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
The experiential component of PGATSS simulator showrooms enables customers to demo and compare residential, outdoor, and commercial systems — from high-end setups with premium launch monitors, enclosures, and projectors to entry-level options with little more than a net and mat.
—
Erik Matuszewski,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Lally also has to clean their enclosures, and weigh and track all of the pandas’ feces in order to monitor their health.
—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enclosures
Noun
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Such strategies include building green roofs and courtyards to help with shading and air circulation, and using dense materials such as concrete or brick that can stabilize indoor temperatures in heat.
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Windows cornice the terracotta roofs of Rome, the city’s domes, bell towers and hidden courtyards.
Noun
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These trees are messy with aggressive, destructive roots that can damage concrete driveways and patios.
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And Founder’s Point Guest House, perched high atop a bluff on the Les Bourgeois property, is perfect for a couples’ getaway or girls’ weekend, with four bedrooms, three patios, and a full kitchen.
Noun
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This spring, across the nation’s auditoriums and quadrangles, members of the class of 2026 took their seats to receive remarks from distinguished guests.
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There, visitors come across soaring mosaics made from tiny golden tiles, murals of horses and sandy indoor quadrangles with palm trees sprouting up under vaulted ceilings.
Noun
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Facing no one but the goalkeeper, Moshobane sailed an uncontested shot from 18 yards over the top of the net.
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From shedding leaves, bark, berries, seeds, and sap year-round to causing your sidewalks and driveway to lift and shift, not all trees are suited for yards.
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“Enclosures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enclosures. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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