year

noun

Definition of yearnext
as in day

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Recent Examples of year The left-handed-hitting first baseman has hit 13 of his homers against righties this year. — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026 The famed highway—which turns 100 this year—passes through bustling cities, natural landmarks, and quirky roadside attractions, so there’s plenty of things to see (and do) along the way. — Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026 The film introduces 8-year-old Bonnie’s new smart tablet, Lilypad. — Tara Duncan, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Midway into her pregnancy, the 26-year-old feared being put into isolation simply for having a fever, a common misconception. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for year
Recent Examples of Synonyms for year
  1. day
  2. period
  3. time
  4. cycle
  5. generation
  6. era
Noun
  • The most recent National Climate Assessment, released by the federal government in 2023, warned most of Georgia will likely see between 10 and 40 more days with temperatures of at least 95 degrees by midcentury.
    — Drew Kann, AJC.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • In other words, everyone is having a hectic day — except for Joy.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of day
Noun
  • An investigation discovered that the girl had been previously left unattended, wandering the streets for an extended period of time before being found by an Amazon delivery driver, the arrest report for Earnest Jackson says.
    — Rafael Escalera Montoto, Arkansas Online, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Crepe myrtles need about an inch of water per week and supplemental water is especially important during periods of intense drought.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of period
Noun
  • Alas, there’s not enough time for this deadbeat to blossom into a real dad.
    — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Ancillary revenue may become a larger opportunity over time, but the immediate objective is engagement.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of time
Noun
  • Insomnia is described as a hyperarousal disorder, with daily stress exacerbating the cycle.
    — Mena Mirhom, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • As a result of the one-time three-year terms, the city would sync up with the even-year election cycle for those seats in 2034 and 2036, respectively.
    — Tess Riski July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of cycle
Noun
  • Once considered unprofessional or unconventional in some settings, tattoos have become far more accepted across generations.
    — Rachel Brown Kirkland, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • While traditional wedding wear — voluminous lehenga sets, saris and sherwanis — remain a constant for every designer, brands are also showing newer, contemporary takes, geared towards the younger generation.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Definition of generation
Noun
  • The World Cup acted as South Downtown’s debut, packing the area with traveling fans and locals taking their first look at downtown Atlanta’s next era.
    — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • This new era signifies the Levine’s transition from a non-collecting to a collecting institution, bringing in artifacts including photographs and personal letters.
    — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
Definition of era

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“Year.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/year. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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