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as in daytimes
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 mornings
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 days
The New Balance 530s are my pick for long travel days or marathon connections (looking at you, Charles de Gaulle), while my colorful Reeboks bring a fun pop that instantly brightens up any airport look.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
The Dodgers star was also on the mound on three days rest as Los Angeles hoped for a Hollywood ending despite a unique rule that could have prevented him from picking up the bat and taking the mound in the same game.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
The couple even rented a car and drove across town, visiting friends, family and the people who had cared for him, including vets, chiropractors and even photographers who had captured his happiest days.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
Once demolition got underway, Jonathan updated that the entire East Wing was torn down in two days.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2025
If there is a potential for temperatures to fall into these thresholds, a freeze watch may be issued a few days ahead of time.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
Ivery was held for several days.
—Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2025
His start in Game 6 of this series was his first in 25 days.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Most take several days to travel Earth’s distance from the Sun, and the overwhelming majority sail harmlessly into the outer solar system.
—Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2025
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
The Dodgers star was also on the mound on three days rest as Los Angeles hoped for a Hollywood ending despite a unique rule that could have prevented him from picking up the bat and taking the mound in the same game.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
The couple even rented a car and drove across town, visiting friends, family and the people who had cared for him, including vets, chiropractors and even photographers who had captured his happiest days.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
Once demolition got underway, Jonathan updated that the entire East Wing was torn down in two days.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2025
If there is a potential for temperatures to fall into these thresholds, a freeze watch may be issued a few days ahead of time.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
Ivery was held for several days.
—Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2025
His start in Game 6 of this series was his first in 25 days.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Most take several days to travel Earth’s distance from the Sun, and the overwhelming majority sail harmlessly into the outer solar system.
—Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for days
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The 56-year-old was found shot six times in the head and torso in Marion County in September 1990.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Together, these women find respite from, and at times refute, perennial patriarchal powers.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Oct. 2025
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Californians will experience less daylight in the evenings and more light in the mornings.—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacbee.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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During puberty, your teen’s body naturally wants to fall asleep and wake up later, which can make early school mornings tough.—
Kris Ann Valdez,
Parents,
22 Oct. 2025
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After Isaiah’s body was found, three other children — ages 16, 14 and 9 months — were taken from the same Lynwood apartment complex where it was discovered, according to NBCLA.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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Florida’s final moments against Georgia were fitting for a fireside horror story — that which fans will tell years from now, recounting to their grandchildren the dark ages of this resting college football power.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
2 Nov. 2025
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Daylight saving time officially ends on the second-earliest possible date this year, giving way to earlier sunrises and sunsets.—
Addy Bink,
The Hill,
5 Oct. 2025
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Perched atop a rugged hill, our suite had a private pool, an outdoor shower and dining area, and postcard views of the sparkling waters–the sunrises from our east-facing bedroom were particularly magical.—
Talia Abbas,
Vogue,
30 Sep. 2025
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For footwear, the Cole Haan Pinch Weekend Venetian Loafers are 50 percent off, combining comfort and sophistication for work, travel, or evenings out.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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The schedules at the FAA are demanding – oftentimes controllers work long hours through the evenings or overnights, making critical decisions and setting personal life aside to maintain the safety of the flying public.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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Chicago had led or been tied through two periods in nine of its first 10 games, and only trailed Los Angeles by one entering the third.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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Between November 5–9, periods of rain and snow will move through, bringing colder weather.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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This tour is special to the band because fans have the opportunity to experience each of the band's early eras or experience the album that resonated with them the most, Jepha said.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Players could control a huge cast of classic characters from the franchise in a toybox mash-up of different eras, wiping out armies of bad guys at a clip.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
4 Nov. 2025
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And there are no signs of letting up as a new nine-month term dawns in October with more major cases awaiting.—
Jan Wolfe,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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There have been several false dawns with reports about a new series or movie circulating for years.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Days.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/days. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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