umbrella

Definition of umbrellanext
as in arbor
a collapsible covering used to protect against rain or sun I always keep an umbrella handy—you never know when you might need one.

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Recent Examples of umbrella The new version, posted to the CDC’s website on Thursday, stipulates that the panel as a whole should represent a balanced range of scientific, clinical, and public health expertise — a broad umbrella under which people with little experience in vaccines or vaccination policy might conceivably fit. O. Rose Broderick, STAT, 26 June 2026 The event included coolers full of beer and, apparently, grape soda; umbrellas in case of additional rain; for some reason, an inflatable hot dog; and, as Ebra points out, cocaine. Jen Chaney, Vulture, 26 June 2026 Keep cool under this 9-foot patio umbrella that’s big enough to cover up to six chairs. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 This compact, packable option from Repel is far better than your standard travel umbrella, however, as it’s designed to withstand up to 100-mph winds while remaining lightweight. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for umbrella
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Noun
  • Garden structures, such as an arbor or pergola, can also serve as anchors that make the scale of a garden seem better proportioned.
    Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2026
  • Climbing hydrangea is a woody vine that looks rather shrub-like when young, but once established grows quickly to over arbors, gazebos, or fences.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 May 2026
Noun
  • Pair it with flip-flops, shield sunglasses, and a silver pendant necklace for a look that feels minimal but edgy.
    Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 2 July 2026
  • On the wall across the bar are autographs of former USMNT greats, scrawled inside a mighty shield.
    Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 2 July 2026
Noun
  • Saunders was also a longtime staple on Baltimore TV screens, working for WJZ until 2013.
    Adam Thompson, CBS News, 29 June 2026
  • As Taylor Swift appeared on the screen at Nissan Stadium during Alan Jackson's farewell concert in Nashville, the singer-songwriter was met with boos and cheers during her special video message.
    Bryan West, USA Today, 28 June 2026
Noun
  • Place posters in the neighborhood, post on social media platforms such as Facebook and Nextdoor and check every nearby shelter for your pet.
    Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Humanitarian workers say the emotional toll is becoming increasingly visible inside temporary shelters.
    Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • An umbrella or sunshade is helpful to have for the beach because there isn’t much natural shade.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 June 2026
  • The sunshade on her stroller had gotten twisted around its thin chrome bars, reminding me of the pontoon that had been torn off.
    Stephen King, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • The cinnamon sugar option offers a pretty shade (basically my lips but better) plus a super yummy scent.
    Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
  • The electric blue shade adds such a fun pop of color to a summer wardrobe, instantly brightening up basics like white jeans, denim shorts, or neutral trousers.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • Temperatures will decline slightly Friday and Saturday across portions of the UK and France, but the more significant relief for these areas will come Sunday as the heat dome continues to shift eastward.
    Taylor Ward, CNN Money, 24 June 2026
  • Cosm has really cut its teeth on a lot of live sports and concert films, with the dome shape and stadium seating designed to give the illusion of being on the field or in the front row.
    Brian Welk, IndieWire, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • The adjacent riverfront area has seen astonishing growth and improvements, with a two-mile-long stretch of pedestrian paths, parks and other green space, and an event pavilion.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 June 2026
  • Leafy walking trails lead to the three restaurants, two infinity pools, and clusters of bi-level pavilions.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 June 2026

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“Umbrella.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/umbrella. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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