as in darkened
being without light or without much light
under a dusk sky, the campers wearily bedded down for the night
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as in sunset
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
we stopped playing at dusk, since it was getting too dark to see the ball
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as in night
a time or place of little or no light
legends of fearsome beasts living in the dusk of the great forest
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as in shade
partial darkness due to the obstruction of light rays
the forbidding dusk of Germany's famed Black Forest
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Recent Examples of dusk
Andi Berlin, The Arizona Republic, 22 Aug. 2021
The park is open 8 a.m. to dusk year-round, while the information and gift center is open 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. now through Thanksgiving and vary with the season.
—oregonlive, 14 Mar. 2020
Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 17 Feb. 2026
Trails will be open from dawn to dusk.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 15 Jan. 2026
Its hours are from dawn to dusk every day of the year.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 21 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Forgive me for skipping dinner, but my pre-dusk meals were simply not going to be outshone.
—Andi Berlin, The Arizona Republic, 22 Aug. 2021
The park is open 8 a.m. to dusk year-round, while the information and gift center is open 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. now through Thanksgiving and vary with the season.
—oregonlive, 14 Mar. 2020
Noun
Muslims fast from dusk til dawn, including abstinence from water.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 17 Feb. 2026
Trails will be open from dawn to dusk.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
The park is open from daylight to dusk for visitors and 24/7 for campers.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 15 Jan. 2026
Its hours are from dawn to dusk every day of the year.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dusk
Adjective
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As scientists often find darkened teeth in ancient burials, other factors can contribute to a black appearance, notably the chewing of betel leaves.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
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Japanese astronaut Kimiya Yui posted a video to X over the weekend, showing a dazzling view of auroras spreading like a tall blanket over the darkened Earth below.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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During its approximately 30 days, which start Wednesday in North America, Muslims abstain from food and drinks from dawn until sunset.—
Yahya Salem,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Ask the concierge to arrange a sunset cruise aboard the Escort, a former America’s Cup Tender boat.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Feb. 2026
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Davidson was as dynamic as ever against Wisconsin, pouring in 24 points, five rebounds, six assists, four steals and three blocks on a night when most of her teammates struggled to find their stride.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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One Irish supporters’ club group had 35 fans coming to the home meeting with Everton in November, a number that more than halved to 15 when the game was switched to a Monday night.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Some begonias are annuals, others perennials so always read the care tags but all prefer full to partial shade.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
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Homidi’s signature Cream Cashmere Soft Shadow shades impart a diffused effect that creates a skinlike finish on lids.—
Arden Fanning Andrews,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Smoke from the fire could be seen from miles away, darkening the sky.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2026
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The final challenge which saw contestants wearing makeup to darken their skin came in Cycle 17, Episode 5—which aired in 2011—as models were made up to look like pop star Michael Jackson at different times in his life.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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At the center of the space will be a central bar wrapped in wood paneling and leather accents, topped with dark stone, according to the release.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee
February 17,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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The shoes accompanied a silky black midi skirt, a simple gray sweater, a thick dark turquoise belt and a long furry gray coat worn off her shoulders.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Be ready just after sunset, when the planets near the horizon will be briefly visible in the fading twilight.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
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Binoculars alone should handle Uranus and help with Mercury and Venus in the twilight.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Feb. 2026
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When exhaustion overtakes them, something more sinister comes creeping from the shadows.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Feb. 2026
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Charlotte loves Willow and will do anything to keep her alive and well, which leaves Amelia, Willow’s healthy older sister, in the shadows.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Dusk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dusk. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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