as in courtyards
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
there's a patio in the center of the apartment complex
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Recent Examples of patios
The repeating bloom cycle and evergreen foliage bring lasting beauty to patios and porches.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
The solid, neutral design and stain-resistant fibers of this area rug give it a classic look that works well on patios and decks.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Outside are three patios, a pool, desert landscaping, and firepits.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026
Enjoy live music at night, and in the warmer months, hang out on one of two outdoor patios.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
Bars closed their patrons in and security ushered those on patios to leave as police advanced.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Mar. 2026
Homeowners would also need to remove any structures and improvements, including pools and patios.
—Lesley Marin, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
That outdoor space includes expansive stone patios, an outdoor kitchen, and a lap pool with an automatic cover—features more typical of larger standalone homes in the suburbs than a Georgetown row house.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026
Frequently, patios and balconies have no more than half a day of direct sun or less, and so carrion flowers become a logical choice for these semi-outdoor rooms.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
The solid, neutral design and stain-resistant fibers of this area rug give it a classic look that works well on patios and decks.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Outside are three patios, a pool, desert landscaping, and firepits.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026
Enjoy live music at night, and in the warmer months, hang out on one of two outdoor patios.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
Bars closed their patrons in and security ushered those on patios to leave as police advanced.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Mar. 2026
Homeowners would also need to remove any structures and improvements, including pools and patios.
—Lesley Marin, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
That outdoor space includes expansive stone patios, an outdoor kitchen, and a lap pool with an automatic cover—features more typical of larger standalone homes in the suburbs than a Georgetown row house.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026
Frequently, patios and balconies have no more than half a day of direct sun or less, and so carrion flowers become a logical choice for these semi-outdoor rooms.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patios
Noun
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Beyond the most obvious imbibable perks, expect other luxurious amenities like outdoor pools, picturesque courtyards, deep soaking tubs, and much, much more.—
Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
23 Mar. 2026
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The ryokan-style resort blends imperial heritage—think ornate Meiji-era latticework, intimate courtyards, and meticulous Zen gardens—with sleek, soothing contemporary design.—
Kelsey Eisen,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Vendors will offer enclosures, feeders and accessories.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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All three were pre-built, packaged in desktop enclosures with QWERTY keyboards, and included just 4K of RAM.—
Jamie Lendino,
PC Magazine,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Usually, the fire department starts the program in late April or May, but because of all the weather whiplash the area has seen over the past few months, vegetation has exploded and left many yards and properties with fire hazards.—
Carmela Karcher,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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In suburban areas, priorities include planting native vegetation in yards, parks and roadside buffers and improving road crossings where animals are most at risk.—
Eve Bohnett,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There, visitors come across soaring mosaics made from tiny golden tiles, murals of horses and sandy indoor quadrangles with palm trees sprouting up under vaulted ceilings.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Patios.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patios. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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