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courtyard

[kawrt-yahrd, kohrt-] / ˈkɔrtˌjɑrd, ˈkoʊrt- /
NOUN
court
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Hundreds of organizers, supporters and residents convened in the stone courtyard of City Hall around 6 p.m.

From Salon • Jun. 27, 2026

There were outdoor hallways, planted patios, a sculpted and porous internal courtyard, and even a new “paseo” next door — a closed street turned into a lovely space for farmers markets and other gatherings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

The lounging space also offers “direct access” to the outdoor courtyard.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Lines to the courthouse in the early days of the trial snaked through the jasmine-scented courtyard in the Bay Area’s always-gloomy early mornings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Now a huge live oak identical to the one in the Durand’s courtyard sat in the corner, stretching out over Ella's bed.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton




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