day

noun

ˈdā How to pronounce day (audio)
Definition of daynext
1
as in daytime
the hours of light between one night and the next during the day, we like to go play ball in the park

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2
as in time
an extent of time associated with a particular person or thing the brief but glorious day of the clipper ship

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3
as in morning
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance at the break of day I was relieved to realize that I had survived another night in the wilderness

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Recent Examples of day General Daily Insight for August 04, 2026 Small reactions can shape the whole day. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2026 My summer dresses will sadly be retired in the coming weeks, but a denim midi skirt is the ideal swap on days when I can’t be bothered to wear jeans. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026 Toyota has production facilities there, with production now halted at its Tahara plant for five days through Friday. — ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026 At the San Sebastian property, the excellent restaurants, exquisite interior design, and passion for detail—all hallmarks of the brand—blend in like never before with a maritime landscape that hypnotizes its guests at any time of day. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for day
Recent Examples of Synonyms for day
  1. daytime
  2. time
  3. morning
  4. daylight
  5. era
  6. sunrise
  7. afternoon
  8. period
Noun
  • Matt Schick and Jenny Dalton-Hill call daytime games during the tourney’s first three days.
    — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Up front, there’s that classic boxy body with an illuminated Geely Galaxy emblem in the center and a full-width daytime running light.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of daytime
Noun
  • Alas, there’s not enough time for this deadbeat to blossom into a real dad.
    — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Ancillary revenue may become a larger opportunity over time, but the immediate objective is engagement.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of time
Noun
  • The pool is on the smaller side, best for a refreshing dip rather than a whole afternoon affair—and the complimentary weekend yoga adds a nice and easy excuse to start the morning outside.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Guests can spend the morning at Buffalo Trace and still have the afternoon free to explore Louisville's restaurants, bourbon bars or additional distilleries.
    — Emily Price, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of morning
Noun
  • Although the landscape will not become completely dark, daylight may fade slightly.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Orthodox parties in Israel have also made an issue of changes to the daylight saving calendar.
    — Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026
Definition of daylight
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  • The World Cup acted as South Downtown’s debut, packing the area with traveling fans and locals taking their first look at downtown Atlanta’s next era.
    — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • This new era signifies the Levine’s transition from a non-collecting to a collecting institution, bringing in artifacts including photographs and personal letters.
    — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
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  • Staterooms are boutique-hotel luxurious, featuring king beds and private balconies for sunrise coffees.
    — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • More than 40 weekly fitness experiences invite guests to move with intention, from sunrise yoga and Pilates sessions to high-energy strength and conditioning classes led by expert instructors.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
Definition of sunrise
Noun
  • Movie night turns a rainy afternoon into quality time together.
    — Tara Duncan, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • La Casa de la Playa is a rare resort where staying in can be every bit as rewarding as heading out, and where an afternoon spent by your plunge pool may become the highlight of your trip.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of afternoon
Noun
  • Available listings in June increased by only 4% versus the same period last year, Rollins indicated.
    — Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
  • Villa’s scouting department had tracked Mbaye closely for a long period, with the club holding talks across different windows.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 22 July 2026
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