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as in sunrise
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance
daylight was just breaking when we stumbled out of bed
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as in daytime
the hours of light between one night and the next
there isn't a lot of daylight left, so we'd better get home soon
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as in sanity
daylights plural
the normal or healthy condition of the mental abilities
nearly terrified the daylights out of him with that scream
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Recent Examples of daylight
The latest example of this is last week’s brazen daylight theft of nearly 11,000 bottles of Noble Oak bourbon, which was formerly owned by Macallan parent company Edrington, a haul that is worth about half a million dollars.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 8 June 2026
Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 June 2026
According to Jarvis, those long hours are one of the show's more realistic depictions of ranch life, particularly during the summer months when daylight stretches well into the evening.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Only a few areas will see rain during the daylight hours on Sunday.
—Cutter Martin, CBS News, 4 June 2026
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 8 June 2026
Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 June 2026
According to Jarvis, those long hours are one of the show's more realistic depictions of ranch life, particularly during the summer months when daylight stretches well into the evening.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Only a few areas will see rain during the daylight hours on Sunday.
—Cutter Martin, CBS News, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for daylight
Noun
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At sunrise and sunset, the canyon becomes especially dramatic, with light and shadow deepening its immense depth.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
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Unlike most meteor showers, however, there is a very narrow window for viewing the Arietids — about 45 to 60 minutes before sunrise.—
Jules-Pierre Malartre,
Space.com,
8 June 2026
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Consider pairing your pants with a nostalgic striped tee that keeps things low-key and perfect for daytime.—
India Roby,
Glamour,
8 June 2026
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Wear it as a swimsuit cover-up, a casual daytime outfit, or a comfortable dinner look, depending on what the day has in store.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2026
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Dan has been a beacon of sanity in Congress for Democrats — a person with deep convictions and powerful ethics — giving him credibility on the hardest international issues of the day.—
Joel Rubin,
New York Daily News,
9 June 2026
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Thank you for your daily dose of sanity each morning.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
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The new strategy comes a day after 21 people were arrested at a watch party that became violent and destructive, according to a law enforcement official.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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Chelsea’s 2005 summer signing of Ghana midfielder Michael Essien catapulted them into the national consciousness to the point where his manager there at the time, Jose Mourinho, is still a popular figure across Ghana to this day.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Bear in mind, a tent does not protect you from lightning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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Give your quick mind a private outlet by journaling feelings about spending, then decide on a simple boundary around a tempting add‑on.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
12 June 2026
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Don't hike at dawn, dusk, or at night, when bears are most active.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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At the Wedge, spectators showed up at dawn and filled in through the day to get a glimpse at the chaos.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
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From the Neolithic rock art of what is now Libya to ancient Egypt, China and India, to medieval and Renaissance Europe, creatures at borderlands of what was taken to be civilization were represented as cynocephalic, that is, humans with dog heads.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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In the gallery, Austin's brother, Hunter Metcalf, lowered his head into his hands, visibly shaken.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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There is also a classic breakfast available in the mornings, with a selection of yogurt, fruit, and pastries, as well as à la carte hot dishes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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Visit during sunset for the best views of the city or during weekday mornings for a quiet atmosphere.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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“Daylight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/daylight. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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