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"The signboard and the awning at the front could be blown off. If the winds get stronger, we'll bring everything inside."
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
In Naypyidaw, the collapsed concrete awning of the main hospital's emergency department -- which crushed a car when it came down -- has been replaced with a new, lighter structure, with a plastic roof.
From Barron's ● Mar. 26, 2026
A black-and-white awning over the steps that lead to our front door, for rain and sun protection.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 17, 2026
On a bright summer day, a small group of women are sitting under a small awning outside one of their mobile clinics in Philippi, one of Cape Town's most dangerous townships.
From BBC ● Feb. 6, 2026
After Cheesethief’s carcass had been disposed of, Cluny sat beneath an awning that had been improvised from the damaged tent.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
Reflective films, blinds, shutters, awnings and shaded roofs can all reduce heat gain.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
Vintage planters and awnings as well as antique light fixtures and window curtains are being incorporated into the street fronts.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
The father of a friend of mine, who owned a franchise for a company that sold aluminum awnings, qualified as a borax man.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 18, 2025
Canopies and awnings are subject to onerous permitting rules.
From Slate ● Jul. 23, 2025
Tree branches, power lines, porch awnings collapsed like they’d plumb given up.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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