as in umbrellas
a covering used to protect against sun exposure
They spent a relaxing afternoon sipping iced tea under the sunshade.
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Recent Examples of sunshades
These are called sunshades, and they're meant to prevent UV rays and heat from overloading the inside of your vehicle.
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Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunshades
umbrellas
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The cushioned seat lifts to reveal a shallow drawer that can hold smaller items like mini umbrellas, gloves, hats, and more.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Along the shore, families gather under beach umbrellas and kids run out toward the water with boogie boards in hand.—
Liz Ohanesian,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Sunshades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunshades. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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