as in sun
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves let's raise the shades and let in some sunlight

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Recent Examples of sunlight The change was meant to benefit local businesses, as well as residents who could work or play later in sunlight. Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025 Certain types of roofing materials are designed to reflect more sunlight than their counterparts, leading to cooler interiors. Maddie Topliff, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025 These reactions require sunlight and higher temperatures, making warmer months more prone to ozone formation. Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025 This tower then redirects the concentrated sunlight downward to heat a solar reactor that contains particles of a mineral oxide called ceria – or rather, a doped version of it. Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunlight
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Noun
  • Avoid placing it on flat, hard surfaces, especially those that may heat up in the sun.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 7 July 2025
  • But keep in mind: Not only is a scorching souvenir from the sun uncomfortable (not to mention unsightly), but more importantly, excessive sun exposure can cause lasting damage to the DNA in your skin cells.
    Korin Miller, SELF, 7 July 2025
Noun
  • Whether savoring a morning cup of coffee or a new book in the sunshine, having a comfortable place to sit is essential for outdoor living.
    Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 24 June 2025
  • Looking to spend a little more time in the sunshine?
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2025

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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunlight. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

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