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as in time
an extent of time associated with a particular person or thing the brief but glorious day of the clipper ship

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as in morning
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance at the break of day I was relieved to realize that I had survived another night in the wilderness

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Recent Examples of day The loss of immigrant businesses would be felt in day to day life, Feltman explained. Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025 There’s under a 30% chance for rain during the days and dry conditions in the evenings. ▪ Sunday forecast. Miami Herald, 14 July 2025 From over-the-top challenges, dramatic eliminations, jaw-dropping moments, iconic bombshells and even a surprise appearance from Megan Thee Stallion, audiences were hooked to their TV screens for six days a week since its premiere. Giana Levy, Variety, 14 July 2025 While unconfirmed, sources say the film revolves around the period at the artificial intelligence company OpenAI in 2023 that saw CEO Sam Altman fired and rehired in a matter of days. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for day
Recent Examples of Synonyms for day
Noun
  • Concierges can help plan daytime activities for all ages.
    Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
  • There are five nominees and one winner in each category; however, some categories, like daytime drama program and daytime personality – daily, have fewer.
    Nikki Sternberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • Osbourne performed multiple times in Kentucky throughout his career, including stops at Rupp Arena, Cardinal Stadium and Freedom Hall.
    Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 23 July 2025
  • This time, without the cachet (and baggage) of a 147-year-old news institution behind him.
    Andy Meek, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Noun
  • On Tuesday morning, Jaishankar and other foreign ministers of SCO member states briefly met with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
    Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
  • Amtrak warned riders to expect delays on the Northeast Corridor line Tuesday morning, following torrential downpours and flooding in the New York region overnight.
    Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 15 July 2025
Noun
  • Baltimore businesses lose money when the most prominent tourism site, Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, is threatened by daylight crime.
    Wamara Mwine, Baltimore Sun, 20 July 2025
  • Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 July 2025
Noun
  • And while that Saved by the Bell era is unbeatable, he's only gotten better with time.
    Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 12 July 2025
  • Platinum brooches from that era are rare, but around $2,000 and the price goes up if there are gems, bigger pearls, and a lot of weight.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
Noun
  • Wake early this morning — about 45 minutes before sunrise — and look east-northeast for one of the loveliest sky scenes of the month.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
  • Flags will be at half-staff through sunrise on Monday, July 14.
    Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2025
Noun
  • Then, spend a quiet afternoon reading ensconced on the lounge chairs outside your villa, or take the winding stairs down the cliff to your own private watering hole.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 15 July 2025
  • The chance of showers continues Tuesday in the morning and early afternoon, picking back up in the evening with a possible thunderstorm.
    Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • While faster production seems easier for brief periods, maintaining speed and stability over a long period of time is harder.
    John Clemons, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
  • The movie spans a month or so in summer, which is a slow period in Jeanne’s career as a field claims adjuster, giving her the flexibility to deal with the children … for now.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 15 July 2025

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“Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/day. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.

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