plural solstices
: one of the two times during the year when the sun is farthest north or south of the equator
Note: The summer solstice occurs around June 22 and the winter solstice occurs around December 22.
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“Solstice.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/solstice. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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