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as in sunshine
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves
be sure to wear sunscreen if you plan to spend more than a few minutes in the sun
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as in star
a ball-shaped gaseous celestial body that shines by its own light
the incomprehensible vastness of a universe filled with billions of suns
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as in sunrise
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance
I'm afraid that for this long trip we shall have to leave with the sun
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as in glory
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
Olympians basking in the sun of athletic achievement while the public still remembers them
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Recent Examples of sun
Fusion, the same reaction that powers the sun, makes energy via the opposite process of today’s nuclear power plants, joining light atoms rather than splitting heavier ones.
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Harry Booth, Time, 29 Oct. 2025
And speaking of fantastic book shops, while in town, travelers should take those coffees to go wander through the aisles of City Lights Bookstore, see the exhibits at the Palace of Fine Arts, and, if the sun happens to be shining, go explore Golden Gate Park’s trails and get lost in the moment.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2025
East-facing windows with morning sun are best.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
Where the sun shines most days and there are no mosquitos to drive you indoors?
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
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Harry Booth, Time, 29 Oct. 2025
And speaking of fantastic book shops, while in town, travelers should take those coffees to go wander through the aisles of City Lights Bookstore, see the exhibits at the Palace of Fine Arts, and, if the sun happens to be shining, go explore Golden Gate Park’s trails and get lost in the moment.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2025
East-facing windows with morning sun are best.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
Where the sun shines most days and there are no mosquitos to drive you indoors?
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sun
Noun
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The East Coast will see sunshine, but rainy conditions are likely in the West.—
James Powel,
Freep.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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With its abundant sunshine and excellent weather, Orlando is a pleasant place for retirees and offers many recreational activities, including music venues, galleries, and, of course, theme parks.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The photos showed the reality TV star sitting in an emergency room chair holding an ice pack to his face.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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On possession after possession, González picked up Brunson full court and tried his best to pester the Knicks star.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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The damaging winds are expected to gradually subside across Jamaica, but it is advised to remain in a safe shelter until sunrise.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Baccarat chandeliers add a touch of drama, while 270-degree views stretch from the sunrise over the Atlantic to the sun setting behind the Miami skyline.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 Oct. 2025
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The film marks the first directing credit for Robert Wise (later of 1951's The Day the Earth Stood Still and 1965's The Sound of Music glory), since he was uncredited for directing additional sequences in The Magnificent Ambersons two years prior.—
Steven Thrash,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 Oct. 2025
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There were barrel racers slicing turns like poetry, bull riders gripping for glory, and calf ropers moving with the precision of surgeons.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Oct. 2025
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The turf needs sunlight even in winter to remain healthy.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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Artist Michael Papadakis spent 10 days in Boise, Idaho, creating the TIME cover, using little other than sunlight, a range of magnifying glasses, and a lot of careful planning.—
D.W. Pine,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The 38th Tokyo International Film Festival got off to a spectacular start on Monday with a galaxy of stars in attendance.—
Mark Schilling,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
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Gaia’s all-sky view of our Milky Way Galaxy and its nearest neighboring galaxies.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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On April 2, the president announced an initial tariff rate on China of 34 percent, which ballooned in subsequent days to 125 percent.—
Mira Rapp-Hooper,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
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Bagsmart Tech Organizer Nothing feels messier than cords tangled at the bottom of your bag mid-travel day, which is why this smart tech organizer never leaves my suitcase.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Oct. 2025
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In response, Quist said the solution is housing, which was followed by loud applause throughout the library galleria.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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The mix of salsa and pop sparked a wave of applause and collective excitement.—
Laura Gómez,
Billboard,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Sun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sun. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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