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
Rolling Stone, 16 June 2025
Athenian citizens would gather at an open-air theater as a democratic privilege and responsibility.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
Katie Bain, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2025
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Those in search of a true immersion in nature will fall for this open air lakefront cabin located 40 minutes from Acadia National Park.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Crime rates had been rising exponentially since the 1960s; now, with the NYPD diminished and demoralized, untold numbers of assaults, robberies, and property crimes went unreported, while open-air drug markets operated with relative impunity in many parts of the city.
—Rolling Stone, 16 June 2025
Athenian citizens would gather at an open-air theater as a democratic privilege and responsibility.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
Noun
Initially open air, this upper floor of the venue now has a transparent, retractable roof to protect people on the dancefloor from the elements while still letting the sunlight in.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2025
Location: In Kennebunkport BOOK NOW Lakefront Cabin Photo: Courtesy of Airbnb
Those in search of a true immersion in nature will fall for this open air lakefront cabin located 40 minutes from Acadia National Park.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-air
Adjective
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The materials are selected to meet the demands of alpine environments, ensuring that wearers are protected and comfortable during their outdoor pursuits.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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In southwest Elko County in Nevada and areas downstream of the Trout Fire in Grant County, New Mexico, the general public was advised to limit outdoor activity, and vulnerable groups were advised to remain indoors to avoid potential health impacts.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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Trump sees a political winner, Dems eye a comeback issue Trump’s substantial election victory last November – including a significant increase in his share of the Latino vote, has left many progressives and immigration activists in the political wilderness.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
12 June 2025
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He’s been burrowing deep inside the desperate mind of a man trapped in the wilderness with a pack of feral teen girls for years.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
10 June 2025
Adjective
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While some towns can boast about being close to the outdoors, adventure is seamlessly woven through the fabric of this city, from the Tennessee River that wraps around downtown to the towering cliffs and lush mountains that rise from the edge of its neighborhoods.—
Graham Averill,
Outside Online,
21 May 2025
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There are no similar demands on hikers, birdwatchers, or dog walkers to refrain from the outdoors one day per week.—
Brandon Gleason,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2025
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And buyers will need to dip heavily into that options offering to really build up a camper that's ready to make the push into untamed wilds with critical amenities like off-grid electricity and all-season climate control on board.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 June 2025
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Find your wild: Wade straight from camp into the river’s cold current or explore the dry canyons that climb away from the banks.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
29 May 2025
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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