Synonyms
Examples of open-air in a Sentence
Adjective
an open-air concert under the stars
Noun
a family of city dwellers who can't wait to go camping in the open air
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 16 May 2024
Between 3,000 and 4,000 attendees attended the open-air festival in Israel’s Negev Desert, about three miles from the Gaza border, which was timed to the end of Sukkot, a weeklong Jewish holiday.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
Neil Young & Crazy Horse’s Love Earth Tour, their first trek together in a decade, rolled through New York City’s Forest Hills Stadium on Tuesday (May 14) for the first of two shows at the charming open-air venue.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 15 May 2024
Lightweight Jacket $215 Great Journeys NZ is one of few passenger train companies boasting an open-air viewing carriage, a value-add other scenic trains around the world are scrambling to build.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2024
Being an open-air theater, The Star is at the mercy of the weather.
—Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 15 May 2024
Their toasty material is great to snuggle into, while their open-air silhouette still allows your feet to breathe.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024
Catch is massive, at 23,000 square feet, with a main dining room, as well as a open-air rooftop terrace.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 6 May 2024
The chart-topping South Carolina act, fronted by terrific lead vocalist Bear Rinehart, performs May 8 at the open-air venue.
—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 1 May 2024
James Raia, The Mercury News, 12 May 2024
The east edge of the lawn would include a stage area which could be a simple platform, open air pavilion or a full structure with restrooms, storage, concessions and more, according to city concepts.
—Journal Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2024
By creating visual interest through elevation changes, TimberTech’s composite decking creates open air rooms that establish functional spaces and maximize moments of rest and enjoyment.
—Sunset In Partnership With Yardzen, Sunset Plant Collection, Terra, and Timbertech, Sunset Magazine, 18 Mar. 2024
Some exceptions to the law include use while the owner and dog actively train, to restrain the dog in a public camping area, or while the dog is left in an open air truck bed.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Mar. 2024
The impressive Town Hall, one of the largest in Greece, combines Classical, Neoclassical and Renaissance styles, with its spacious square that hosts an open air cinema and other events.
—Jeanine Barone, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024
The arboretum features a pond and fountain, an open air museum and several garden spaces.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2024
This Super Bowl Sunday Rooftop Day Party offers beautiful open air views of downtown Oakland, as well as game play, a full bar, VIP sections and fire pits to stay toasty.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2024
Readers can vote for their favorite open air museum and view all the other categories at 10best.usatoday.com/awards.
—Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Jan. 2024
Adjective
Out front, the dark brown and white-trimmed exterior is highlighted by a double-gabled roofline and an attached one-car garage off to the side, with a blue-hued front door opening directly into its open-air court.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 16 May 2024
Between 3,000 and 4,000 attendees attended the open-air festival in Israel’s Negev Desert, about three miles from the Gaza border, which was timed to the end of Sukkot, a weeklong Jewish holiday.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
Neil Young & Crazy Horse’s Love Earth Tour, their first trek together in a decade, rolled through New York City’s Forest Hills Stadium on Tuesday (May 14) for the first of two shows at the charming open-air venue.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 15 May 2024
Lightweight Jacket $215 Great Journeys NZ is one of few passenger train companies boasting an open-air viewing carriage, a value-add other scenic trains around the world are scrambling to build.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2024
Being an open-air theater, The Star is at the mercy of the weather.
—Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 15 May 2024
Their toasty material is great to snuggle into, while their open-air silhouette still allows your feet to breathe.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024
Catch is massive, at 23,000 square feet, with a main dining room, as well as a open-air rooftop terrace.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 6 May 2024
The chart-topping South Carolina act, fronted by terrific lead vocalist Bear Rinehart, performs May 8 at the open-air venue.
—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 1 May 2024
Noun
They’re lined up as taxis for tourists, some open air, others covered and customized with elaborate decorations or artwork-style paint jobs.
—James Raia, The Mercury News, 12 May 2024
The east edge of the lawn would include a stage area which could be a simple platform, open air pavilion or a full structure with restrooms, storage, concessions and more, according to city concepts.
—Journal Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2024
By creating visual interest through elevation changes, TimberTech’s composite decking creates open air rooms that establish functional spaces and maximize moments of rest and enjoyment.
—Sunset In Partnership With Yardzen, Sunset Plant Collection, Terra, and Timbertech, Sunset Magazine, 18 Mar. 2024
Some exceptions to the law include use while the owner and dog actively train, to restrain the dog in a public camping area, or while the dog is left in an open air truck bed.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Mar. 2024
The impressive Town Hall, one of the largest in Greece, combines Classical, Neoclassical and Renaissance styles, with its spacious square that hosts an open air cinema and other events.
—Jeanine Barone, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024
The arboretum features a pond and fountain, an open air museum and several garden spaces.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2024
This Super Bowl Sunday Rooftop Day Party offers beautiful open air views of downtown Oakland, as well as game play, a full bar, VIP sections and fire pits to stay toasty.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2024
Readers can vote for their favorite open air museum and view all the other categories at 10best.usatoday.com/awards.
—Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Jan. 2024
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open-air. Accessed 20 May. 2024.
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