umbrellas

noun

plural of umbrella
as in screens
a collapsible covering used to protect against rain or sun I always keep an umbrella handy—you never know when you might need one.

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Recent Examples of umbrellas Between takes, umbrellas helped shield the cast from the Texas sun. — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 The locals never carry umbrellas; Elle shows up with a pink one. — Angelina Mazza, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026 So pack that sunscreen, toss a floppy hat into your weekend bag, and get ready to sip fruity drinks with tiny umbrellas. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026 Most beaches in the area are pebbly, but the hotel’s stone beach comes complete with lounge chairs, umbrellas and a ladder that leads directly into the turquoise water. — Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 While umbrellas covered a separate seating areas, the seats closest to the stage remain fully exposed. — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026 Shop furniture and decor for every room, the best summer bedding, and outdoor essentials, like furniture, umbrellas, planters, and more. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 3 July 2026 Security measures include a clear bag policy with size limits, and people are barred from bringing common items including outside food and drinks, umbrellas, coolers, metal containers and selfie sticks. — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 29 June 2026 Thunder and torrential rain just before Holy Communion forced the ceremony to pause, sending those without umbrellas or ponchos seeking shelter beneath tents. — Noah Labelle, NPR, 2 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for umbrellas
  1. screens
  2. shields
  3. shelters
  4. shades
  5. arbors
  6. sunshades
Noun
  • Mexican authorities announced no more than 25,000 will be allowed to gather near the statue, with overflow crowds directed to 49 other locations along Paseo de la Reforma and throughout the city featuring screens showing the game.
    — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • More screens competing for your content is not a threat to creators.
    — Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of screens
Noun
  • Reflective, multilayer shields will block the most heat, and ones with a thicker foam core will work much better than thin ones.
    — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 26 June 2026
  • Security-camera footage filmed Harris and Perez getting out of their cars armed with their Glock service pistols and ballistic shields, the report states.
    — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026
Definition of shields
Noun
  • The city has opened two dozen splash pads and eight cooling shelters across the city.
    — Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 2 July 2026
  • A week after Venezuela’s twin earthquakes, doctors warn untreated wounds, filthy shelters and scarce supplies are fueling a looming wave of infections that could claim more lives.
    — Regina Garcia Cano, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of shelters
Noun
  • Sculptures and paintings by local artists are sprinkled throughout the 18 rooms, which are swathed in pastel shades like apricot and mint, reminiscent of the artwork and architecture in Emirdag’s other home in the South of France.
    — Liam Hess, Vogue, 1 July 2026
  • Having a wide array of Tinted Moisturizer and Secret Camouflage shades right at my fingertips completely took the guesswork out of putting together this routine.
    — Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 1 July 2026
Definition of shades
Noun
  • Trellises and arbors supporting vines also contribute to a sense of intimacy and seclusion.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 May 2026
  • This backyard takes a more elaborate approach with a series of arbors wrapped in string lights leading the way to the firepit area.
    — Marisa Donnelly, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
Definition of arbors
Noun
  • However, not all sunshades are created equal.
    — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 26 June 2026
  • For the outing, both wore bright colored rain coats paired with dark pants and kept it low-key with sunshades and head coverings —Jenner opted for a bandana and Elordi wore a baseball cap.
    — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
Definition of sunshades

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