as in canopies
a raised covering over something for decoration or protection
a huge tent was erected for the outdoor wedding reception
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Recent Examples of tents
Sierra Vandervort,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
Remember, tents do not shield you from lightning.
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Ca Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
Sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe places to be.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 June 2026
So that makes the new Privacy Tent announced this month a rather attractive launch, designed for the same simple, intuitive 90-second setup as Gazelle's camping tents, only in narrower, shower-compatible form.
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New Atlas,
19 June 2026
Due to safety concerns, personal tents and canopies will be prohibited.
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Chuck Fieldman,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe places to be.
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Kansas City Star Weather Bot,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.
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Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
The tents are perched on top of escarpment with views of the TK below.
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Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Noun
Amid canvas tents and retro campers, the large dining room serves craft cocktails and juicy steaks sourced from the Malarkey family ranch.
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Sierra Vandervort,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
Remember, tents do not shield you from lightning.
—
Ca Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
Sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe places to be.
—
Star-Telegram Weather Bot,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 June 2026
So that makes the new Privacy Tent announced this month a rather attractive launch, designed for the same simple, intuitive 90-second setup as Gazelle's camping tents, only in narrower, shower-compatible form.
—
New Atlas,
19 June 2026
Due to safety concerns, personal tents and canopies will be prohibited.
—
Chuck Fieldman,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe places to be.
—
Kansas City Star Weather Bot,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.
—
Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
The tents are perched on top of escarpment with views of the TK below.
—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tents
Noun
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Due to safety concerns, personal tents and canopies will be prohibited.
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Tents and canopies are not allowed on Sunset Point, and RV parking will be available on the paddock are near the casino.
Noun
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Attics get hot because roofs are exposed to the sun for hours, radiating heat inside.
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That's particularly true for those living directly under the roofs of Paris — who often cannot afford larger, lower-floor apartments less impacted by direct sun.
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“Tents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tents. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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