as in roofs
a raised covering over something for decoration or protection
trees line both sides of the garden path, with their foliage forming a leafy canopy for walkers
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Recent Examples of canopies
Lindsey Tramuta, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2026
Going outside now means scurrying along giant arcades, shaded from the Sun by massive canopies that filter 99% of its UV light.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Labor unions and other groups set up tents and canopies close to the rally.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
These vines can get into tree canopies when growing on adjacent fences or other structures.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Oaks, hickories, tulip poplars and other hardwoods, leafless only a week ago, are quickly donning their bright green canopies.
—Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Webbed branches and canopies of evergreen and pale yellow protect me from the day’s drizzle.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
The canopies of the trees are two and three stories high.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
Medium- to high-density orchards allow the trees space for their canopies to grow.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
Brudnizki translates that spirit into baroque details, floral frescoes, and beds with Aubusson-style tapestries that double as canopies across 61 rooms and suites.
—Lindsey Tramuta, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2026
Going outside now means scurrying along giant arcades, shaded from the Sun by massive canopies that filter 99% of its UV light.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Labor unions and other groups set up tents and canopies close to the rally.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
These vines can get into tree canopies when growing on adjacent fences or other structures.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Oaks, hickories, tulip poplars and other hardwoods, leafless only a week ago, are quickly donning their bright green canopies.
—Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Webbed branches and canopies of evergreen and pale yellow protect me from the day’s drizzle.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
The canopies of the trees are two and three stories high.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
Medium- to high-density orchards allow the trees space for their canopies to grow.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canopies
Noun
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The rooms Properties range from traditional two-story, three-bedroom villas with shingle roofs to modern hilltop residences that wouldn’t be out of place in Beverly Hills.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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The 87-year-old brick building, crowned with a cupola, lacks the electrical infrastructure and air filtration system required in modern labs, and scientists there have been contending with leaking roofs and mold.—
Angela Eichhorst,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The resort also supports the South Caicos Heritage Foundation, which protects surrounding coral reefs and often spearheads community clean-up initiatives.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Say goodbye to soggy subs thanks to the Sub Sandwich Container, which protects your sandwich on the go.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Apr. 2026
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The mayor also says the city could need to stop enforcing laws against street camping and vehicle habitation if there are major cuts to city-run lots for people living in vehicles or tents.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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What the screen debate misses is that 40 seconds of looking at green space partially restores directed attention, which screens deplete.—
John La Puma,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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Those names go to the city's Address Management Services — also known as 911 addressing — which screens every submission before anything gets approved.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But what makes The Weight so compelling is a sense of real danger and unpredictability that clouds these familiar sounds.—
Colin Joyce,
Pitchfork,
18 Mar. 2026
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Fraud scrutiny clouds Schumer’s ObamaCare credit push after his Pentagon ‘luxury’ spending jab.—
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FOXNews.com,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Don't go into a basement, or any room, if water covers the electrical outlets or if cords are submerged.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Apr. 2026
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Daniel de Visé covers personal finance for USA Today.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Canopies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canopies. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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