as in outdoor
of, relating to, or held in the open air
an open-air concert under the stars
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as in wilderness
that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation
a family of city dwellers who can't wait to go camping in the open air
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Recent Examples of open-air
Joe Vardon, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Hansen Dam will serve as an official LA World Cup Fan Zone — open-air public spaces that feature large viewing screens where fans can watch the live broadcast of World Cup matches.
—Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
Helen Regan, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
It is designed for easygoing travelers and families—and anyone who likes open air, hot cheese, and mountain views.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
Built in 1925 and renovated countless times over the century, the house has hardwood floors, a fireplace in the master suite, an open-air back porch with a wood ceiling and a wine cellar in the basement.
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Hansen Dam will serve as an official LA World Cup Fan Zone — open-air public spaces that feature large viewing screens where fans can watch the live broadcast of World Cup matches.
—Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
People can be seen fleeing the footbridge as the two men approach, with the shooter alleged to be Naveed opening fire in multiple directions while Sajid heads into the park where an open air Hannukah celebration was taking place.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
It is designed for easygoing travelers and families—and anyone who likes open air, hot cheese, and mountain views.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
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The San Francisco Department of Emergency Management advised the public to secure loose outdoor items, watch for falling branches, and use caution while driving or walking.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Indoor and outdoor coastal vibes near San Elijo State Beach, with daily happy-hour deals, are found at Waverly in Cardiff.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Murphy only wants to escape and regain custody of his daughter, Penny, but becomes entangled in Clancy’s perilous gold smuggling scheme, facing threats from both the treacherous wilderness and potential betrayal within his own group.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Feb. 2026
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Less than 20 minutes later, the flames had spread to the nearby wilderness and more units were called in to respond to the growing brush fire on the north side of the highway, county officials said.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
16 Feb. 2026
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Yesterday’s 7 For All Mankind show during New York Fashion Week was a wild, Y2K fever dream.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2026
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The Madison tells the story of the Clyburn clan, who move from New York City to the open wilds of Montana to heal from a sudden loss.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Jan. 2026
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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