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
Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Feb. 2026
The restaurant will be completed with a stage for performances and community events and an open-air porch.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 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
Coach 1818, the sixth coach on the train, has scenic floor-to-ceiling windows that would in the past be taken out in the summer, creating an open-air excursion.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Feb. 2026
The restaurant will be completed with a stage for performances and community events and an open-air porch.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-air
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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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In the desert wilds of its native Mexico, old man cactus (Cephalocereus senilis) grows to 20 feet tall and lives up to 200 years.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 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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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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