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
Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 5 June 2025
The natural elements like tropical landscapes, eco-friendly materials, and open-air layouts of Sandals properties channel an easygoing lifestyle that blurs the line between indoors and outdoors.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 4 June 2025
Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
There are currently a number of open air traffic control jobs on the FAA's website, including for air traffic control and traffic management specialists and at various stages of their careers.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
But Brooklyn Bridge Park is the festival’s central hub, with its shipping container exhibitions and open-air viewing of photographic art.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 5 June 2025
The natural elements like tropical landscapes, eco-friendly materials, and open-air layouts of Sandals properties channel an easygoing lifestyle that blurs the line between indoors and outdoors.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 4 June 2025
Noun
Location: In Kennebunkport BOOK NOW Lakefront Cabin Photo: Courtesy of Airbnb
Those in search of a true immersion in nature will fall for this open air lakefront cabin located 40 minutes from Acadia National Park.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
There are currently a number of open air traffic control jobs on the FAA's website, including for air traffic control and traffic management specialists and at various stages of their careers.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-air
Adjective
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White picket fences lead down to the pool house, where an outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and cold plunge await.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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Guests can float between two outdoor pools—one a heated classic, the other a saltwater pool carved right into the rocks—or enjoy Mediterranean dishes at the hotel’s two restaurants, Récif and the new Estelo (formerly known as La Plage) and new bar, La Chicoula (formerly known as La Cabane).—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
8 June 2025
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Trump sees a political winner, Dems eye a comeback issue Trump’s substantial election victory last November – including a significant increase in his share of the Latino vote, has left many progressives and immigration activists in the political wilderness.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
12 June 2025
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He’s been burrowing deep inside the desperate mind of a man trapped in the wilderness with a pack of feral teen girls for years.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
10 June 2025
Adjective
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While some towns can boast about being close to the outdoors, adventure is seamlessly woven through the fabric of this city, from the Tennessee River that wraps around downtown to the towering cliffs and lush mountains that rise from the edge of its neighborhoods.—
Graham Averill,
Outside Online,
21 May 2025
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There are no similar demands on hikers, birdwatchers, or dog walkers to refrain from the outdoors one day per week.—
Brandon Gleason,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2025
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The new packs highlight ongoing recovery efforts for this apex predator in the American West, nearly a century after hunters and trappers eliminated wolves from the region's wilds.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Hart is a brooding marshal who patrols the strange, enchanted wilds of Tanria.—
Ashley Poston,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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