lunation
noun
lu·na·tion
lü-ˈnā-shən 
: the period of time averaging 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes, and 2.8 seconds elapsing between two successive new moons
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This lunation is also known as the Thundermoon (from the many thunderstorms in July), Hay Moon (this is its peak harvest month), and Wyrt Moon (from an old Celtic word for herbs, as this is an ideal time to gather plants for drying).
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Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 8 July 2025
The effects of this lunation will be felt for about a full week, so expect situations to be thrust upon you several days before and after its peak.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 6 July 2025
This lunation can also help you in shedding whatever (or whoever) is holding you back from professional success.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
This lunation activates your wellness, routine, and sacred service sector.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 June 2025
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Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 8 July 2025
The effects of this lunation will be felt for about a full week, so expect situations to be thrust upon you several days before and after its peak.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 6 July 2025
This lunation can also help you in shedding whatever (or whoever) is holding you back from professional success.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
This lunation activates your wellness, routine, and sacred service sector.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for lunation
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“Lunation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lunation. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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