as in age
a later period of one's life
with autumn came a mellowness of spirit that she had never shown before
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Recent Examples of autumn
Elaborate heritage festivals occur nearly every autumn weekend in the island’s interior.
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IEEE Spectrum, 7 May 2026
The service On a recent off-season autumn stay a few weeks after opening, service felt friendly, low-key, knowledgeable—and fairly hands-off, mostly for the better.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Asters bloom late in the season and provide food just as pollinators are preparing for autumn migration or hibernation.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 5 May 2026
While there is nothing better than a warm apple pie on a chilly autumn evening, the sweet dessert hits the spot any time of year.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
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IEEE Spectrum, 7 May 2026
The service On a recent off-season autumn stay a few weeks after opening, service felt friendly, low-key, knowledgeable—and fairly hands-off, mostly for the better.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Asters bloom late in the season and provide food just as pollinators are preparing for autumn migration or hibernation.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 5 May 2026
While there is nothing better than a warm apple pie on a chilly autumn evening, the sweet dessert hits the spot any time of year.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for autumn
Noun
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Language development, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and relationship-building all begin before age three.—
Tina Dello Russo,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Freeman remembered Cox, who died Saturday at age 84, as more of an impactful leader who exuded loyalty than as a baseball strategist.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
10 May 2026
Noun
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The afternoon hours are perfect for a bit of shopping, browsing local crafts, and supporting local artisans.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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He was being held without bail pending arraignment, scheduled for Friday afternoon.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Both events promise unforgettable views of the sun's corona, plunging daytime into an eerie twilight.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
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Patterson’s comments came at the tail-end of Missouri’s annual legislative session and the twilight of his term as speaker.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
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The hearts and minds of Braves players were on Bobby Cox on a sunny evening at Dodger Stadium before the middle game of a three-game series against the Dodgers — a game that meant very little, considering the news of the day.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
10 May 2026
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The red couch had once been the warm center of family evenings.—
Nicholas Dawidoff,
New Yorker,
10 May 2026
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In the winter cold, men climbed leafless trees to see the President-elect speak.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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In it, Suu Kyi said little beyond describing the changing seasons from her cell in Myanmar's capital, Naypyidaw – from the discomforts of the cold in winter, to the summer heat.—
Lorcan Lovett,
NPR,
3 May 2026
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“Autumn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/autumn. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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