as in wilderness
that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation
our family loves to hike and camp in the great outdoors
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Recent Examples of outdoors
Devonne Goode, Parents, 6 June 2025
Dads who spend a lot of time outdoors could use a classic Stetson Bozeman outdoor hat.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 6 June 2025
By state law, balloons should always be tied to a weight and never released outdoors due to safety risks.
—Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 5 June 2025
The natural elements like tropical landscapes, eco-friendly materials, and open-air layouts of Sandals properties channel an easygoing lifestyle that blurs the line between indoors and outdoors.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 4 June 2025
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From dads who love watching movies (like me) and sports, being outdoors, and more, selecting a Father’s Day gift that speaks to those passions not only adds meaning but also helps make great memories.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 6 June 2025
Dads who spend a lot of time outdoors could use a classic Stetson Bozeman outdoor hat.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 6 June 2025
By state law, balloons should always be tied to a weight and never released outdoors due to safety risks.
—Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 5 June 2025
The natural elements like tropical landscapes, eco-friendly materials, and open-air layouts of Sandals properties channel an easygoing lifestyle that blurs the line between indoors and outdoors.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outdoors
Adverb
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In Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, authorities advised people shut windows at night, avoid strenuous activity outside and watch for breathing issues.—
Patrick Whittle,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2025
Noun
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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
Adverb
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Note that full containment doesn't mean the fire is completely out.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2025
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How to Train Your Dragon is out in theaters Friday, June 13.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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“Outdoors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outdoors. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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