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out-of-doors

noun

ˌau̇t-ə(v)-ˈdȯrz

Definition of out-of-doors

as in wilderness

that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation hiking in the out-of-doors can be a tremendous appetite builder

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Deep in the Brazilian Amazon, about a 40-minute drive and boat ride from Alta Floresta Airport, is Cristalino Lodge, a five-star wilderness retreat with conservation at its core.

— Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026
The trail delivers waterfalls, alpine lakes and huge granite cliffs, and most trailheads require a wilderness permit that can be competitive to secure.

— Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

Definition of wilderness

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This exercise immerses you in the outdoors and encourages you to appreciate even the smallest patches of green.

— Jancee Dunn, New York Times, 25 June 2026
Following Saturday's incident, the Beech Grove VFD offered tips about lightning safety in the outdoors that included getting out of lakes, ponds, and pools immediately; avoiding sheltering under isolated trees; and moving away from fences, windmills, and power lines.

— David Chiu, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026

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