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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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.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026 -
But the tangy, clean scent of sea spray and radiant purple-pink twilights make the planning more than worth it.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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The overall vibe is one of contemporary chic, with retractable glass walls, fireplaces for cooler nights, heavenly bathtubs, and unique art pieces that make each room feel special.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Two nights after throwing 21 pitches over 1⅔ innings, Johnson threw 124 pitches over 7⅓ strong innings to beat the host Aggies (41-14) before a crowd of 6,934.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Quince's cotton cashmere cardigan is ideal for chilly plane cabins and brisk evenings, and can easily be tied around your shoulders when the weather warms up.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
2 June 2026
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The effort requires an all-hands-on-deck effort, Suleyman told me, referencing his daily chats with CEO Satya Nadella in the early mornings and evenings.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
2 June 2026
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The neighborhood/area Savvy visitors often prefer to stay along beguiling Atlantic Seaboard neighborhoods like Bantry Bay and Clifton for their stunning water views and endless sunsets, or in the lively Gardens or Seapoint areas with their hip cafés and boutiques.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Earth’s atmosphere scatters shorter blue wavelengths more efficiently, allowing warmer red and orange tones to dominate — the same effect that produces vivid sunsets.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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“Eves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eves. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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