as in shady
protected from the sun's rays
walking along the park's shaded pathway
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Recent Examples of shaded
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 May 2026
There are occasions where the grass simply cannot thrive in a shaded area.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 2 May 2026
Every seasoned gardener knows the particular satisfaction of coaxing beauty from unlikely places — a stubborn perennial that finally blooms, a shaded corner that transforms with the right groundcover.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
Premium $30 tickets are available, which include access to a lounge with air conditioning, shaded retreat from outdoor heat and food and drink options.
—City News Service, Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
Indoor exhibits and shaded areas provide welcome breaks throughout the day.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
This lovely semi-evergreen groundcover (Pachysandra procumbens) is ideal for shaded woodlands.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 21 Apr. 2026
The risk includes a 5-14% probability for severe wind (>58 mph) and a 2-4% prob of a Tornado, both within 25 mi of any point in the shaded area.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Up top, the heated rooftop pool is surrounded by shaded lounge chairs, cabanas, and expansive private alcoves designed for up to 12 guests.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
The gardens feel like a quiet escape within the city, shaded and thoughtfully designed, more like a living piece of art than a typical museum space.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
The Republic is almost uniformly shaded in various greens, with only Northern Ireland noticeably paler.
—Big Think, 4 May 2026
While the rest of the fan zone (merch tents, food stalls, shaded tables right next to the track) felt accessible and alive in the way Austin does, the Champagne Garden felt like a separate world that had briefly touched down near a race circuit.
—Patrick Iversen, New York Times, 3 May 2026
Plant as a border or foundation plant in zones 4-11 shaded from hot afternoon sun.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Creeping Charlie thrives in moist and shaded areas but also tolerates sun.
—Lauren David, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
The Preservation Society of Newport County now maintains those landscapes, including the towering beeches that have shaded the city for generations.
—Jacob Wycoff, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
There’s more to discover across the outdoor grounds, including landscaped gardens—one of which encompasses a reflecting pool, a koi fish pond, alfresco dining and lounge areas shaded by pergolas, a summer kitchen, and the swimming pool.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Popular choices for shaded porches include caladium, begonias, and fuchsia, which offer a variety of colors and can thrive in limited sunlight.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 May 2026
There are occasions where the grass simply cannot thrive in a shaded area.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 2 May 2026
Every seasoned gardener knows the particular satisfaction of coaxing beauty from unlikely places — a stubborn perennial that finally blooms, a shaded corner that transforms with the right groundcover.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
Premium $30 tickets are available, which include access to a lounge with air conditioning, shaded retreat from outdoor heat and food and drink options.
—City News Service, Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
Indoor exhibits and shaded areas provide welcome breaks throughout the day.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
This lovely semi-evergreen groundcover (Pachysandra procumbens) is ideal for shaded woodlands.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 21 Apr. 2026
The risk includes a 5-14% probability for severe wind (>58 mph) and a 2-4% prob of a Tornado, both within 25 mi of any point in the shaded area.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Up top, the heated rooftop pool is surrounded by shaded lounge chairs, cabanas, and expansive private alcoves designed for up to 12 guests.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
The deadly fires that devastated homes in Pacific Palisades and Altadena also laid waste to a lush canopy of leaves and pine needles that had cooled and shaded residents here for generations.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
The gardens feel like a quiet escape within the city, shaded and thoughtfully designed, more like a living piece of art than a typical museum space.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
The Republic is almost uniformly shaded in various greens, with only Northern Ireland noticeably paler.
—Big Think, 4 May 2026
While the rest of the fan zone (merch tents, food stalls, shaded tables right next to the track) felt accessible and alive in the way Austin does, the Champagne Garden felt like a separate world that had briefly touched down near a race circuit.
—Patrick Iversen, New York Times, 3 May 2026
Plant as a border or foundation plant in zones 4-11 shaded from hot afternoon sun.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Creeping Charlie thrives in moist and shaded areas but also tolerates sun.
—Lauren David, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
The Preservation Society of Newport County now maintains those landscapes, including the towering beeches that have shaded the city for generations.
—Jacob Wycoff, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
There’s more to discover across the outdoor grounds, including landscaped gardens—one of which encompasses a reflecting pool, a koi fish pond, alfresco dining and lounge areas shaded by pergolas, a summer kitchen, and the swimming pool.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shaded
Adjective
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Bush violet thrives in shady conditions of the porch, producing an abundance of bright purple blooms throughout the growing season.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
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As long as there’s plenty of clearance for fire safety measures, the tree’s branches can provide a shady spot for gathering while the sun is still high in the sky.—
Marisa Donnelly,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2026
Verb
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Progress has been made, but it must be protected.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The mansion is protected by a conservation easement with the Missouri Preservation Society, protecting the house and a one-foot radius around it from being torn down.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
Verb
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But the surge has been shadowed by a spate of deadly crashes.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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All three statements were accompanied by a picture of the club’s empty stadium, with Burnley’s appropriately shadowed out in darkness.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In the darkened foyer, Ember contemplated this unassuming bit of paper, momentarily paralyzed by a mixture of dread and excitement stirred together, an overpowering sensation that oozed from the crown of her head, down the length of her body, then hardened, like a soft golden resin becoming solid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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As scientists often find darkened teeth in ancient burials, other factors can contribute to a black appearance, notably the chewing of betel leaves.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As of last month, 62 percent of the vehicle covered in the recall had already received the update.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 May 2026
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Storefronts once crammed with shoppers, now covered by tarps.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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After breaking free from that sheltered existence, Ashish sets out across continents, driven by a goal bound up in the memory of his late brother.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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Seek refuge at rest areas or sheltered spots.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
3 May 2026
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“Shaded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shaded. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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