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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Together, these space weather events could produce Minor Geomagnetic Storm (G1) conditions, meaning the aurora could become visible in northern parts of Canada, Alaska, Scandinavia, and other high-latitude regions.
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Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 7 May 2025
For the best viewing experience, try to catch the auroras between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, preferably facing north from a high spot away from the city lights, as recommended by NOAA.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 May 2025
The Earth's magnetic field guides the electrons so that the aurora forms two ovals centered around the magnetic poles.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
The geomagnetic storm on May 10, 2024, which saw aurora as far south as Florida, was rated a G5.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
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Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 7 May 2025
For the best viewing experience, try to catch the auroras between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, preferably facing north from a high spot away from the city lights, as recommended by NOAA.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 May 2025
The Earth's magnetic field guides the electrons so that the aurora forms two ovals centered around the magnetic poles.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
The geomagnetic storm on May 10, 2024, which saw aurora as far south as Florida, was rated a G5.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aurora
Noun
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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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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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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
Noun
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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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In the morning, the husband noticed lights on in the house across the community path.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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The drone attack took place Saturday morning in the city of Bilopillia in the Sumy region, local authorities said, with Oleh Hrihorov - head of Sumy’s military administration - saying that seven people were injured, three of whom were in critical condition.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
17 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 29 May. 2025.
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