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courtyard

[kawrt-yahrd, kohrt-] / ˈkɔrtˌyɑrd, ˈkoʊrt- /
NOUN
court
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Shouting "freedom" in the pouring tropical rain, hundreds of inmates jumped in unison in the courtyard of the prison as they greeted the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

I was like 17, and I sat behind the railway station, you know, kind of on the stairs of this studio in a courtyard.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Highlights of the main house include an inner courtyard, a chef’s kitchen, and a spacious primary suite with an office and private terrace.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

The line to see Gomez’s replica of L.A.’s graffiti towers, “Oceanwide Plaza,” snaked through the gallery’s courtyard.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Mrs. Bessermann is in the courtyard, nicely dressed with a bag over one arm, having a friendly conversation with Mrs. Krajewska.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron




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