umbrella

Example Sentences

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“The current conflict may expose further fault lines, by challenging the U.S. security umbrella for Gulf infrastructure and the maritime security for global trade in oil,” she writes.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

This is most clearly shown in Gene Kelly’s dance in the rain where he stomps in puddles and spins his umbrella.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 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

“Next to the elephant’s-foot umbrella stand, he says. Why, the cheek!” the admiral fumed.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood