umbrella

Example Sentences

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She spoke at a Democratic women’s meeting; then to a chapter of the group Drinking Liberally, part of the Living Liberally umbrella organization.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

Though the upcoming end of “The Late Show” in May seemed to signal a split between its host and Paramount, it seems he’ll be working under the Paramount umbrella once again.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Under President Barack Obama, the US set up ballistic missile defence systems in Poland and Romania - all part of a Nato air defence umbrella.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

“If you didn’t buy an umbrella while the sun was shining, that protection will cost you dearly now.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Or maybe I’d be an umbrella to keep rain from someone’s head.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds