canicular

Definition of canicularnext

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Adjective
  • In the next photo shared in Fleetwood's March 28 carousel, the happy couple kiss in an enchanting tropical locale.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
  • They originally were found in tropical environments in Asia and often don’t bite humans, but there have been documented reports of humans being bit by them in Connecticut, according to CAES.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • They’re made from a cotton-blend fabric that keeps you cool on steamy spring and summer commutes, and have a five-pocket design that effortlessly combines polish with function.
    Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
  • There are also three additional pools—a lap pool, a cold plunge pool, and a steamy whirlpool—for every kind of swim.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Expressing gratitude to the Judge Lewis Liman for his summery judgement ruling of Thursday, Lively took the PR initiative with the statement, after 24 hours of lawyers on both sides as well her WME agency trying to put a public face on the loss of face.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Lime juice gives this rice bowl a summery zest while cayenne and jalapeño pepper add a nice kick.
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The advancing hot, dry air is actually heavier than muggy air, and this dry air pushes the moist air upward, disrupting the cap.
    Perry Samson, The Conversation, 23 Mar. 2026
  • If your kitchen tends to feel damp, consider running a dehumidifier nearby during especially muggy months.
    Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The lefty underwent his second Tommy John surgery in August 2023 and then missed the entire 2025 season due to an inflamed nerve in his left triceps.
    CBS News, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Thanks to the exosome delivery system, these ingredients are able to very quickly provide deep yet weightless hydration, tighter, less inflamed skin with a stronger barrier.
    Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Sweet, savory, warm and dependable.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • This measure is a direct response to Mayor Brandon Johnson’s feverish attempt late last year to tax the largest private-sector employers in Chicago to the tune of $21 per job per month.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
  • After reluctantly agreeing to be a temporary adviser, Jobs took over as CEO and masterminded an innovation factory that churned out the iPod, the iPhone and the iPad in a decade-long burst of feverish creativity.
    ABC News, ABC News, 31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The study also found that the highest lead levels appeared in first-draw samples — water that had been sitting in pipes for several hours — while concentrations dropped after the tap was flushed.
    Bridget Shirvell, Hartford Courant, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Glowing skin, flushed cheeks, and subtle sculpting were the key trends, like Cara Delevingne's subtle pigments or Chase Infiniti’s glossy nude lip.
    Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 17 Mar. 2026
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“Canicular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canicular. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

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