backyard
Americannoun
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the portion of a lot or building site behind a house, structure, or the like, sometimes fenced, walled, etc.
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a familiar or nearby area; neighborhood.
Etymology
Origin of backyard
Example Sentences
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Wildfire risk has complicated the state’s fraught housing debate, often shaped by pro-development “yes in my backyard” advocates and local “not in my backyard” groups that don’t want to see their own neighborhoods radically transformed.
From Los Angeles Times
The living area comes complete with a cozy fireplace and an expansive view of the backyard, which features a resort-style pool.
From MarketWatch
A month later, Simon Harmer claimed 17 wickets in two Tests as South Africa beat India 2-0 in their own backyard, becoming the first South African team to win away in India since 2000.
From BBC
The steady drizzle tested the limits of the string of tarps stretched across the backyard of a Maywood home.
From Los Angeles Times
“The living room wasn’t big enough, and it featured a huge red brick fireplace that had doors on either side of it, leading to the backyard,” said Warwas.
From Los Angeles Times
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