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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 umbrellas
Emerald-green fringed umbrellas surround the pool, and two giant tortoises roam the grounds.
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Priyanka Mattoo, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Best Wayfair 72-Hour Patio Deals With summer on the brain, there’s no better time to pick up backyard essentials like Adirondack chairs, chaise lounges, and resort-style umbrellas for a shady spot to relax.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
Patio umbrellas, dining sets, sofas, and daybeds are all in the mix.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026
Along the floor, everyone’s umbrellas wept watery dark flowers.
—Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
Strollers and umbrellas are also allowed.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 6 May 2026
Joined by four assistants with umbrellas and eyes on the train, Gaga and Maxwell walked by The Metropolitan Museum of Art with a wagon full of Champagne labeled Haus of Gaga behind them.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 1 May 2026
Pick up last-minute gifts including a wide range of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, wine tumblers, coffee mugs, umbrellas, sunglasses and more.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
Reza Amiri, a 32-year-old former employee of an internet provider, now sells hats and umbrellas by a metro stop.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Priyanka Mattoo, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Best Wayfair 72-Hour Patio Deals With summer on the brain, there’s no better time to pick up backyard essentials like Adirondack chairs, chaise lounges, and resort-style umbrellas for a shady spot to relax.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
Patio umbrellas, dining sets, sofas, and daybeds are all in the mix.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026
Along the floor, everyone’s umbrellas wept watery dark flowers.
—Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
Strollers and umbrellas are also allowed.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 6 May 2026
Joined by four assistants with umbrellas and eyes on the train, Gaga and Maxwell walked by The Metropolitan Museum of Art with a wagon full of Champagne labeled Haus of Gaga behind them.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 1 May 2026
Pick up last-minute gifts including a wide range of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, wine tumblers, coffee mugs, umbrellas, sunglasses and more.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
Reza Amiri, a 32-year-old former employee of an internet provider, now sells hats and umbrellas by a metro stop.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for umbrellas
Noun
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Fans will be able to watch live soccer matches on large LED screens, enjoy soccer clinics and participate in activities intended to celebrate all 48 nations competing in the tournament.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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The 36 Cinema Distribution’s release with Variance Films of RZA’S One Spoon Of Chocolate grossed $574k opening weekend on 636 screens.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
3 May 2026
Noun
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Police with riot shields used tear gas and rubber bullets on the crowd, ABC Australia reported.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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Another $3 million is going toward retrofitting bus shields for bus operators.—
Talia Soglin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Few county shelters have kennels, and people sleeping outside are often hesitant to abandon their pets just to sleep in a bed for a few nights.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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All cats are up for adoption and come from local shelters.—
Ella Gonzales
May 5,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 May 2026
Noun
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Those bright, vibrant blooms in shades of yellow, orange, and red also repel flies and other insects thanks to their pungent odors.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Eight shades suit a range of skin tones, from soft cool pinks to warm peachy corals.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
10 May 2026
Noun
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This backyard takes a more elaborate approach with a series of arbors wrapped in string lights leading the way to the firepit area.—
Marisa Donnelly,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2026
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Arched garden arbors provide a timeless and whimsical flair to a yard.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Second-row passengers are treated to heated seats and sunshades, while tri-zone climate control keeps everyone comfortable.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
17 Apr. 2026
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Only clear lenses are available, but Even offers clip-on sunshades in gray, brown, or green for $99 each.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Umbrellas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/umbrellas. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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