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green space

American  
[green spays] / ˈgrin ˌspeɪs /

noun

green spaces plural
  1. an area covered with grass or other plants, especially one in an urban environment that is set aside for community use.


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This year, the Biennale allowed Russia to reopen its sea green space on the Biennale’s lush show grounds known as the Giardini.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Data centers also typically have massive footprints, taking up land that could be used for housing, businesses, recreation or green space.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

At the same time, a mall park’s green space is not truly public.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

The River Avon flows through a green space which was opened in the early 1960s to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

“Were setting down in that park,” Leo announced, pointing to a wide green space dotted with palm trees.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

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