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 Royal Foundation is the umbrella for Prince William and Princess Kate's charitable endeavors and vehicle for their philanthropy in the fields of early years, mental health and more.
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Janine Henni, People.com, 26 June 2025
Several discreet patio tables in wrought iron scattered the court, flower-garden borders, tiny ponds, overhanging sun umbrellas in gay colors.
—Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
But if navigating today’s world means that countries must take responsibility for their own national security, then developments such as a European replacement for the U.S. nuclear umbrella in Europe may be unavoidable.
—Jennifer Lind, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
A couple using an umbrella for shade during a severe heat wave at Gravelly Point in Arlington, Virginia, on June 22.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
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Janine Henni, People.com, 26 June 2025
Several discreet patio tables in wrought iron scattered the court, flower-garden borders, tiny ponds, overhanging sun umbrellas in gay colors.
—Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
But if navigating today’s world means that countries must take responsibility for their own national security, then developments such as a European replacement for the U.S. nuclear umbrella in Europe may be unavoidable.
—Jennifer Lind, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
A couple using an umbrella for shade during a severe heat wave at Gravelly Point in Arlington, Virginia, on June 22.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for umbrella
Noun
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North Coast Church paid $9,500 for lumber, arbors, benches, pergolas, garden fencing, monument signs and concrete, rocks, plants and paint supplies.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2025
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Photo : Elite Auctions A view of the vineyard from the arbor.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The city states that humans should never feed wild animals; residents should cover gardens, window wells, home foundations and chimneys or fireplaces with screens; and store garbage safely so animals cannot get to it.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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People too young to have teen-age children may already be familiar with the sight of older family members locked unnervingly to their screens—the elderly, though, tend not to inspire the same fascination as adolescents.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
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In Israel, people have taken shelter in stairwells and bomb shelters, and are coping with Tehran’s ability to penetrate the country’s sophisticated defense shield.—
Kristina Karisch,
The Hill,
18 June 2025
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Resilience becomes not just a shield, but a catalyst for future growth and innovation.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2025
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Stocking your storm shelter with non-perishable food items and plenty of water is essential.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Features: Dual sunroofs, retractable rear sunshades, a hands free power lift gate and a passenger view rear camera with passenger talk.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
18 May 2025
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This Amazon reviewer-favorite sunshade with over 75,000 five-star ratings supposedly blocks 99 percent of heat.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There are 14 shades available, each delivering a lightweight, natural glow.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 June 2025
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Pulling down the shades during the day can prevent the house from heating up, added Marottoli.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Yet despite requests from the leaders of Germany and of Poland to be granted shelter under the French and British shields, neither nuclear power has so far formally approved extending its atomic dome.—
Kevin Holden Platt,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2025
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The range of stages goes from like a 2000 capacity pavilion all the way up to the 23 ,000 seating amphitheater where Def Leppard is going to play.—
Steve Baltin,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Wednesday, a Reddit user pointed out that a plaque commemorating San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr.’s Sept. 30, 2021 home run off the top of Dodger Stadium’s left-field pavilion had been removed.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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“Umbrella.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/umbrella. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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