as in dusks
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
from morn to eve the settlers toiled to eke a living from the harsh land
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Noun
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The twilights of these long-term deals might be bitter.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The effort focused on brighter street lighting, stricter enforcement against underage alcohol use and a dedicated EMS presence on Sixth Street during weekend nights.—
Alex Driggars,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
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The feedback included requests for a post office (to replace one that was there), a place to host outdoor movie nights and even an endpoint for a high school marching band parade.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
2 Mar. 2026
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Speaking of cocktails, the on-site gin library’s programming includes daily tastings and local brands showcasing an array of libations most evenings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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Yet there are realities of life without constant and reliable electricity beyond evenings by candlelight.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The sunsets, in particular, are nothing short of magical here.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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At the cottage, Shane and Ilya confess their love for one another, swim in the lake and watch the Lake Muskoka sunsets.—
Katie Simons,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Eves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eves. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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