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as in bright
having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness)
her sunny laughter filled the house with joy
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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
momentarily forgot their worries at the sight of the baby's sunny smile
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as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor
the good-natured waitresses enhance the restaurant's sunny and cheery atmosphere
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as in clear
not stormy or cloudy
we are hoping for a sunny weekend so we can spend time at the beach
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Recent Examples of sunny
Fill your container with soil, spread the seeds, mist with water daily, and keep them in a sunny spot or under grow lights.
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Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 9 July 2025
Wednesday is expected to start off sunny and hot, with a high of 91 and heat index into triple digits at BWI Marshall Airport.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2025
All stood outdoors on a sunny day, next to a table with a birthday cake and a prepared slice.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 9 July 2025
Historically, sunglasses have had an intricate relationship to colder climates as opposed to the sunnier side of the sidewalk.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
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Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 9 July 2025
Wednesday is expected to start off sunny and hot, with a high of 91 and heat index into triple digits at BWI Marshall Airport.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2025
All stood outdoors on a sunny day, next to a table with a birthday cake and a prepared slice.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 9 July 2025
Historically, sunglasses have had an intricate relationship to colder climates as opposed to the sunnier side of the sidewalk.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunny
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Refreshing, vibrant, and very satisfying with a bright cleansing finish.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Known for its bright colors and vivid patterns, the store specializes in women’s clothes fit for a resort or a vacation to a tropical island.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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More Getty Images Just hours earlier, Korda had posted a cheerful story showing four oversized suitcases and her golf travel bag lined up at the airport.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Despite his serious voice, Gamboa highlighted González’s cheerful character.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 July 2025
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So where do locals and visitors in-the-know gather to eat, drink and be merry?—
Alissa Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Throw on wide-leg jeans and a button-down, slip these on, and be on your merry way.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
30 May 2025
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The extent of the driver’s injuries were not immediately clear.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
10 July 2025
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Establishing clear protocols for collaborative action and conducting regular stress tests and drills—simulating everything from accidents to public health emergencies—helps identify vulnerabilities and familiarizes all parties with their roles before a real crisis hits.—
Daniel Brillman,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Make Beauty Skin Mimetic Concealer The radiant, ultra-lightweight formula blends seamlessly into the skin without appearing cakey thanks to its hydrating ingredients, according to the brand.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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The best time to view a meteor shower is typically between midnight and dawn, when the sky is darkest and the radiant point, where the meteors appear to come from, is highest in the sky.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
8 July 2025
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Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon and author of Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power, had optimistic thoughts.—
Kristin Auble,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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Some market observers are concerned that investors are being too optimistic.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
9 July 2025
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The Independence Day picnic itself was a festive affair, featuring remarks from President Trump and a B-2 bomber flyover as part of the celebrations.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
5 July 2025
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Fireworks will light up the sky at July Fourth celebrations across Michigan in what has become a festive staple as critical to the menu for some as the barbecue spread.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
4 July 2025
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The best times to see the Northern Lights are during the winter months when the sky is cloudless and the moon wanes.—
Jason Mastrodonato,
Mercury News,
27 May 2025
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The sky in Modesto and Sacramento is expected to be cloudless on Tuesday night, when the best galaxy viewing conditions begin, according to to the National Weather Service’s seven-day forecast.—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2025
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“Sunny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunny. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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