as in sunrise
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance
a gorgeous pink aurora aroused us out of our slumber
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Recent Examples of aurora
That helped spur a forecast giving several northern states a chance at seeing the aurora Tuesday night.
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Addy Bink, The Hill, 16 Apr. 2025
Book a private telescope session at the Yukon Astronomical Society’s Observatory, or try ice fishing beneath the aurora.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 10 Apr. 2025
The result: a light show producing beautiful blue and purple dashes against a backdrop of green and pink auroras.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025
Within a three-day visit, there is an 88 percent chance of experiencing the aurora borealis, thanks to a combination of Abisko’s remote location, minimal light pollution, and unique microclimate.
—Carinne Geil Botta, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
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Addy Bink, The Hill, 16 Apr. 2025
Book a private telescope session at the Yukon Astronomical Society’s Observatory, or try ice fishing beneath the aurora.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 10 Apr. 2025
The result: a light show producing beautiful blue and purple dashes against a backdrop of green and pink auroras.
—Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025
Within a three-day visit, there is an 88 percent chance of experiencing the aurora borealis, thanks to a combination of Abisko’s remote location, minimal light pollution, and unique microclimate.
—Carinne Geil Botta, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aurora
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From an early jog at sunrise to a late-night workout class, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra can track your health and keep up with your workouts without weighing you down.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
14 May 2025
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For Tillet, the best thing about Sydney in the early morning is experiencing a sunrise at the beach.—
Laura Kiniry,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 May 2025
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After three long days in court, Cassie Ventura Fine — who is eight months pregnant — has finished her testimony.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Major cities like New York were already facing frightening death tolls that climbed higher each day—but that’s not what Eddington is about.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
17 May 2025
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Mac Engel Fort Worth Star-Telegram 817-390-7760 Mac Engel is an award-winning columnist who has covered sports since the dawn of man; Cowboys, TCU, Stars, Rangers, Mavericks, etc. Olympics.—
Mac Engel
May 15,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2025
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As energetic young crowds descend on the sandy beaches dancing dusk until dawn, wellness-minded hippies retreat to the bohemian hamlets in the quieter parts of the island.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
13 May 2025
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Guests started queuing from early Saturday morning to secure a good spot for the show, which is paid for by local authorities.—
Christopher Ulloa,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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International trade, trade barriers and tariffs were part of the first question posed to the Berkshire Hathaway chairman and CEO, 94, during a Saturday morning question-and-answer session.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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On the morn of Liberation Day, Trump called out four other Republican senators — Rand Paul, Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski and Mitch McConnell — for pushing back on his plan.—
S.E. Cupp,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2025
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The light green safari shade is especially fun, or go for an aquatic vibe with the icy morn/sea wave two-combo.—
Rena Behar,
Travel + Leisure,
26 May 2023
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“Aurora.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aurora. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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