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also inclosures
as in courtyards
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
a fenced-in enclosure where the sheep are allowed to graze unattended
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Recent Examples of enclosures
Their agitation was so severe that the lizards even attempted to escape their enclosures.
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
Inside, all of animal ambassadors, from the bunnies to the birds to the lizards and snakes, all have new safe and spacious enclosures with lots of enrichment.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2025
The zoo offers visitors the chance to see the animals in their natural elements at open enclosures, a travel website states.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Its exoskeletons use motors that sit in enclosures by the wearer’s hips to augment the movement of their own legs, and take some of the strain off their muscles.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Clearing out the poop from the animals’ enclosures is a significant part of the zoo’s daily energy usage.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Sep. 2025
In zoos, many primates clearly prefer enclosures that give them the ability to retreat out of view.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
But with the two Swift 16 AI display units confined inside clear enclosures, a hands-on assessment will also have to wait.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025
Hemp is commonly grown in farm fields with no enclosures.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
Inside, all of animal ambassadors, from the bunnies to the birds to the lizards and snakes, all have new safe and spacious enclosures with lots of enrichment.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2025
The zoo offers visitors the chance to see the animals in their natural elements at open enclosures, a travel website states.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Its exoskeletons use motors that sit in enclosures by the wearer’s hips to augment the movement of their own legs, and take some of the strain off their muscles.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Clearing out the poop from the animals’ enclosures is a significant part of the zoo’s daily energy usage.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Sep. 2025
In zoos, many primates clearly prefer enclosures that give them the ability to retreat out of view.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
But with the two Swift 16 AI display units confined inside clear enclosures, a hands-on assessment will also have to wait.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025
Hemp is commonly grown in farm fields with no enclosures.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enclosures
Noun
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The entire complex is completely devoid of corners, featuring a design that reflects traditional Chinese architecture, the type found in Beijing’s hutongs, where connected courtyards create a maze of open spaces.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
9 Sep. 2025
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Taking inspiration from 16th-century outdoor sculpture courtyards, this (indoor) exhibition explores the range of figurative human sculptures in the Walker’s collection.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, last Sunday, the Raiders defeated the New England Patriots, 20-13, after quarterback Geno Smith completed 24 of 34 passes for 362 yards, one touchdown and one interception.—
Mark J. Burns,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Beck went 5 for 5 for 60 yards on the drive that went 75 yards on 9 plays.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Cat-friendly units boast private garages and balconies and patios, while some apartments feature large patios and vaulted ceilings.—
Liz Ohanesian,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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There’s also an abundance of ponds, patios, pathways and a flowing stream that cascades through the house, a news release says.—
TJ Macias
September 15,
Sacbee.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Enclosures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enclosures. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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