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as in daytime
the hours of light between one night and the next
during the day, we like to go play ball in the park
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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
Don't store them on your counter longer than one or two days.
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Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 21 June 2025
Medik8’s hero product is its Crystal Retinal serum, and the brand is also known for its proprietary CSA Philosophy, a system using vitamin C and sunscreen in the day, followed by vitamin A by night.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 9 June 2025
As police struggled with another day of unrest in downtown L.A., several Waymo autonomous taxis were set on fire, sending thick plumes of black smoke billowing high into the air.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Back in present day, each of their children lay their flower beside candles and a memorial photo as a sign of their eternal love.
—Rosemary Rossi, Variety, 9 June 2025
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Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 21 June 2025
Medik8’s hero product is its Crystal Retinal serum, and the brand is also known for its proprietary CSA Philosophy, a system using vitamin C and sunscreen in the day, followed by vitamin A by night.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 9 June 2025
As police struggled with another day of unrest in downtown L.A., several Waymo autonomous taxis were set on fire, sending thick plumes of black smoke billowing high into the air.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Back in present day, each of their children lay their flower beside candles and a memorial photo as a sign of their eternal love.
—Rosemary Rossi, Variety, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for day
Noun
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Lately, she's been more known for co-hosting The View (2007–2014) and her own daytime talk show, Sherri (2022–present).—
EW.com,
EW.com,
18 June 2025
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The daytime alum previously appeared as the character from 2003 to 2012.—
Victoria Edel,
People.com,
17 June 2025
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The project will be made with the full participation of Iglesias in the creative process for the first time.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
16 June 2025
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Slightly crisp upon buying, these will soften over time, with every wash, only getting better with age.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
16 June 2025
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Trump said Hegseth and other top Pentagon officials would address the public on Sunday morning.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
22 June 2025
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The hit-and-run happened in the early morning hours of Friday, June 13, near North Federal Boulevard and West 6th Avenue, according to the Denver Police Department.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
22 June 2025
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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,
27 June 2025
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This daylight fireball on Thursday could be a member of the Beta Taurid meteor shower, which includes meteors that are rarely seen and are typically active from late June to early July, peaking around June 25, said Robert Lunsford of the American Meteor Society.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
26 June 2025
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The era when competition was based solely on producing the highest volumes at the lowest cost is long gone.—
Martina Kuhlmeyer,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Tkachuk became the second player over the past 33 years and sixth in the NHL’s expansion era (since 1968) to lead a repeat Stanley Cup champion in points during each playoff run (outright or tied).—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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The three most beautiful naked-eye sights to be had in the night sky will create a stunning panorama just before sunrise.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The Wales Women’s manager just woke up and left with the sunrise, bound for the top of the country’s highest peak, Yr Wyddfa.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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And the forecast calls for a 60% chance of rain and thunderstorms this Sunday afternoon along the same route in Fort Lauderdale, according to the National Weather Service in Miami.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2025
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Daytime temperatures may reach 97 degrees on Saturday, with a peak afternoon heat index of 106, according to the National Weather Service.—
William Tong,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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While many sellers have decided to stop waiting for mortgage rates to come down to sell their properties, many buyers are being kept on the sidelines by high prices and monthly payments, and are leaving those listings sitting idle on the market for increasingly long periods of time.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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The team is currently owned by the Buss family, which ESPN reports will maintain a 15% share for an unspecified period of time.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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“Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/day. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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