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as in courtyards
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
inmates are allowed an hour of exercise in the prison's inner yard
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as in acres
the area around and belonging to a building
we're looking for a house with a big yard
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as in tons
a considerable amount
a composer who produced yards of gorgeous music over the course of a long career
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Recent Examples of yards
Idaho Statesman,
3 July 2026
From shedding leaves, bark, berries, seeds, and sap year-round to causing your sidewalks and driveway to lift and shift, not all trees are suited for yards.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
2 July 2026
Calgary is also tied for the second-most completions of 30+ yards surrendered (seven), while Kelly already has nine completions of that distance through three games.
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Juan Carlos Blanco,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The bride wore a custom Oscar de la Renta gown featuring 14 yards of Chantilly lace appliqués and hand-embroidered with pearls and diamanté stones.
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Britt Hayes,
Entertainment Weekly,
2 July 2026
The ideal tackle for this summer fishing is a heavy-duty casting rig loaded with 100 yards of 15-pound-test monofilament.
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Jack G. Mell,
Outdoor Life,
2 July 2026
As a senior at Kansas in 1979, Irvin led the Big Eight Conference with 27 punt returns for 321 yards and two touchdowns.
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Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Reagor, who has 86 catches for 1,037 yards in five seasons, was out of the league last season, except for a brief stint on the Chargers’ practice squad.
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Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
Skunks dig up yards and can spray pets and kids if they are not handled properly.
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Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
1 July 2026
Noun
Facing no one but the goalkeeper, Moshobane sailed an uncontested shot from 18 yards over the top of the net.
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Idaho Statesman,
3 July 2026
From shedding leaves, bark, berries, seeds, and sap year-round to causing your sidewalks and driveway to lift and shift, not all trees are suited for yards.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
2 July 2026
Calgary is also tied for the second-most completions of 30+ yards surrendered (seven), while Kelly already has nine completions of that distance through three games.
—
Juan Carlos Blanco,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The bride wore a custom Oscar de la Renta gown featuring 14 yards of Chantilly lace appliqués and hand-embroidered with pearls and diamanté stones.
—
Britt Hayes,
Entertainment Weekly,
2 July 2026
The ideal tackle for this summer fishing is a heavy-duty casting rig loaded with 100 yards of 15-pound-test monofilament.
—
Jack G. Mell,
Outdoor Life,
2 July 2026
As a senior at Kansas in 1979, Irvin led the Big Eight Conference with 27 punt returns for 321 yards and two touchdowns.
—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Reagor, who has 86 catches for 1,037 yards in five seasons, was out of the league last season, except for a brief stint on the Chargers’ practice squad.
—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
Skunks dig up yards and can spray pets and kids if they are not handled properly.
—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
1 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for yards
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Such strategies include building green roofs and courtyards to help with shading and air circulation, and using dense materials such as concrete or brick that can stabilize indoor temperatures in heat.
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Windows cornice the terracotta roofs of Rome, the city’s domes, bell towers and hidden courtyards.
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The new $4 billion district will have a 5,500-seat concert hall, 20 acres of parks and plazas, 1,500 apartments, two hotels, 30 restaurants and an office space, all next to Honda Center, the home of the Anaheim Ducks.
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Suddenly homeless Venezuelans are sleeping in cars, parks and elsewhere without adequate emergency shelter available.
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Having a few good friends can be more meaningful than having tons.
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There are tons of other great Spanx deals to shop over the Fourth of July weekend.
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These trees are messy with aggressive, destructive roots that can damage concrete driveways and patios.
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And Founder’s Point Guest House, perched high atop a bluff on the Les Bourgeois property, is perfect for a couples’ getaway or girls’ weekend, with four bedrooms, three patios, and a full kitchen.
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Homeowners with smaller backyards can still incorporate a pool into the outdoor living space.
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Some of my fondest memories are at the lakefront, in backyards, celebrating birthdays and family reunions where my family would link up to cook out nearly every week.
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Double bag any heavy trash bags or loads that contain a lot of wet food to prevent rips and leaks.
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Battery systems could support those loads alongside renewable generation or other power sources.
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Authorities have worked in recent years to reduce the monkey population through sterilization programs and by relocating some animals to dedicated enclosures.
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This episode actually has several of these scenes, primarily around the 10-Petal, where Rip is leading his crew — including his newest hand, Carter — through the daily routines of examining the herd and checking the enclosures.
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The 2026 tournament has the highest rate of goals per match in decades and is the first in World Cup history to have scored more than 200 goals (with two dozen matches still left to play).
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Krispy Kreme’s Fourth of July Collection will be available in-shop and for pickup or delivery via the Krispy Kreme app and website, individually and by the dozen.
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“Yards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yards. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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