as in outdoor
of, relating to, or held in the open air
an open-air concert under the stars
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as in wilderness
that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation
a family of city dwellers who can't wait to go camping in the open air
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Recent Examples of open-air
Troy J. McMullen, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
The open-air property is crafted entirely from natural wood and is sandwiched between fruit trees, rainbow eucalyptus, and beautiful bamboo (all of which are easily admired via the wraparound patio).
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2024
Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2024
As far as other preparations the hotel is taking, Wolfe says the staff has put up double-paned glass partitions along the walkway connecting the tower with the main hotel building, which is usually open air.
—Erin Clements, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
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The most conspicuous example is the open-air winter sculpture garden at the center of the residence, an intimate, confined courtyard that allows art and nature to coalesce.
—Troy J. McMullen, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
The open-air property is crafted entirely from natural wood and is sandwiched between fruit trees, rainbow eucalyptus, and beautiful bamboo (all of which are easily admired via the wraparound patio).
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2024
Noun
Just as a fragrant lily delightfully wafting in open air may overwhelm when set in a dining room vase, even desirable scents may be supercharged in small spaces.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2024
As far as other preparations the hotel is taking, Wolfe says the staff has put up double-paned glass partitions along the walkway connecting the tower with the main hotel building, which is usually open air.
—Erin Clements, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
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The scientists made the determination based on weather conditions in Las Vegas on July 8, 2001, and the outdoor crime scene.Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports.Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
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Sip coffee out on the deck while taking in the jungle view, or venture off into the wilderness with your private access to the Captain Cook Trail.Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2024
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Turn them loose into that wilderness, come what may.Lindsey Witmer Collins, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Winter activities like snowshoeing and tubing are a fun way to enjoy the outdoors while supporting regional businesses.Tykesha Spivey Burton, AFAR Media, 10 Dec. 2024
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These earbuds are made for the outdoors thanks to their water and dust resistance.Nora Colomer, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
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Sandra Mujinga, from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and now based in Norway, contributed Ghosting (2019), a draconic red faux-leather tent that an Ursula K. Le Guin protagonist might pitch in the galactic wilds.Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Polo players often select their colors based on team affiliations or personal relevance (my red and white belt is an homage to my alma mater, McGill University), and color combinations can range from mild to wild.Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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