as in courtyards
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
there's a patio in the center of the apartment complex
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Recent Examples of patios
The suit stated that a fire marshall made an unannounced inspection on July 9 and with the fire department issuing an order the following day for The Trap to stop using its patios.
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Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Glen Manor Vineyards and Chester Gap Cellars both offer open-air tasting patios that showcase breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Options include dog-friendly outdoor patios and upscale lounges for a variety of viewing experiences.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Some are outfitted with fireplaces, kitchenettes, or private patios, while others showcase cozy sitting areas and charming period details.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
The layout features two outdoor patios, private event spaces, a spacious main dining room with a dedicated bar.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Add a pop of seasonal color For many homeowners, mums are the go-to for fall porches and patios.
—Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Both spots have outdoor patios, something Arvada doesn’t have.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2025
The oversized chair is ideal for patios, decks, or poolside spaces, and it’s filled with high-density foam that conforms to your body position, offering comfortable support for long-term sitting and relaxing.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Glen Manor Vineyards and Chester Gap Cellars both offer open-air tasting patios that showcase breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Options include dog-friendly outdoor patios and upscale lounges for a variety of viewing experiences.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Some are outfitted with fireplaces, kitchenettes, or private patios, while others showcase cozy sitting areas and charming period details.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
The layout features two outdoor patios, private event spaces, a spacious main dining room with a dedicated bar.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Add a pop of seasonal color For many homeowners, mums are the go-to for fall porches and patios.
—Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Both spots have outdoor patios, something Arvada doesn’t have.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2025
The oversized chair is ideal for patios, decks, or poolside spaces, and it’s filled with high-density foam that conforms to your body position, offering comfortable support for long-term sitting and relaxing.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patios
Noun
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Guests can enjoy amenities such as a heated pool, hot tub, sauna, rotating art exhibitions, and landscaped courtyards with firepits and hammocks.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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His new book paints a varied portrait through courtyards, alleyways and community buildings, whether clan associations or methodist churches, that have offered refuge and camaraderie to generations of Asian diasporas.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There, visitors come across soaring mosaics made from tiny golden tiles, murals of horses and sandy indoor quadrangles with palm trees sprouting up under vaulted ceilings.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Patios.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patios. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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