as in twilights
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 darkens
to grow dark
the grief-stricken woman continued to sit in the dusking room until she was completely enveloped in darkness
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Schools and workplaces open at night, construction sites buzz in the small hours under massive floodlights, and outdoor recreation takes place in the twilights of dawn and dusk.
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But the tangy, clean scent of sea spray and radiant purple-pink twilights make the planning more than worth it.
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Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until mixture darkens slightly, about 3 minutes.
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Citizen scientists are invited to build their own instrument to measure changes that occur in the atmosphere when the sky momentarily darkens.
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On a coastal island near Tampa Bay, this 2017 contemporary Mediterranean features an observation terrace that looks out to palms, a canal, and Gulf sunsets.
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The region's perfect summer weather, with mild temperatures and late sunsets, allows for extensive play, attracting nearly 2 million annual visitors, with 15-20% being golfers from across the US, particularly from hotter states.
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Head to Bayzo’s Pub on the lower level of The Mansion for an English tavern vibe, family-friendly pub fare, and live music some nights during the summer season.
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Deep River Ice will serve Italian ice and gourmet hard scooped ice cream on select nights.
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The easygoing hotel centers on the pool, where bands perform some evenings, and people gather around fire pits with margaritas and beers.
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Get this Barefoot Dreams cardigan to upgrade your cozy layer game for those breezy summer evenings.
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“Dusks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dusks. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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