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halcyon

adjective

ˈhal-sē-ən How to pronounce halcyon (audio)
Definition of halcyonnext
1
as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance a halcyon era following the American Civil War

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2
as in thriving
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically during those early halcyon years the company's potential for growth seemed unlimited

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Recent Examples of halcyon With each year, more Americans don’t even recall such halcyon days. — Jackie Calmes, Mercury News, 19 June 2026 And especially when almost no one alive today still remembers just how many child-sized coffins were involved in the halcyon pre-vaccine days when nature got to take its course. — Diana Gitig, ArsTechnica, 30 May 2026 The halcyon days of chinking champagne flutes, spacious seating, and sense of adventure has long been replaced by the budget sardine-can approach to air travel. — Chris Haslam, Wired News, 1 May 2026 The ensuing bust caused massive unfunded pension liabilities, as funding levels fell far below those halcyon days. — Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for halcyon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for halcyon
  1. tranquil
  2. thriving
  3. placid
  4. golden
  5. serene
  6. prosperous
  7. quiet
  8. palmy
Adjective
  • Bedrooms are tranquil and restorative, with clean lines, balconies, and mountain views that create a sense of space.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026
  • Located right across the water from Miami, Key Biscayne is filled with tranquil experiences in nature, delicious dining options with incredible views of the water, and even a little bit of history to explore.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Definition of tranquil
Adjective
  • Golf photographer Brian Murphy says that Orlando’s thriving golf scene is ideal for residents who enjoy the game.
    — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The Braves, who reported $732 million in revenue in 2025, should trade for an even higher revenue multiple than the Angels because the Braves have a thriving real-estate development around their stadium, Colvin argued.
    — Evan Drellich, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of thriving
Adjective
  • The tone continues to be placid, the plunky marimba and steel drum score remains the same, and the performances only grow to feel even more remarkably lived-in as the severity of the situation clicks into place.
    — David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Appropriately so, given the placid recent range and the clockwork mechanics of sector rotation and low-correlation restraining index-level volatility.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of placid
Adjective
  • So, Murphy went for it on the final play and McDowell came up golden.
    — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The golden era of global expansion that transformed H and M from a Swedish retailer into a global empire occurred under his leadership.
    — , CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of golden
Adjective
  • The Shark Tank judge, 64, and the former Dancing with the Stars pro, 50, offered a look inside their serene lakeside abode in Muskoka, located about two hours north of Toronto, during a recent tour with Homeworthy.
    — Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Few tourist vessels access this serene village, and Windstar’s ships are often the only ones in port.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of serene
Adjective
  • Improving our communication — sharing important information in a timely manner, supporting the manager in creating clear direction between departments are steps needed to unify our city and have a prosperous future for North Miami Beach.
    — Miami Herald staff, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Trump will contend that destroying Iran's nuclear program and securing military interests in Greenland will result in a safer and more prosperous world, the official said.
    — Miles J. Herszenhorn, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of prosperous
Adjective
  • Someone may want quiet while someone else wants action, or a minor household issue could become strangely emotional.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
  • But the bond between them, delineated in a heartbreakingly touching and quiet final scene, is not broken.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of quiet
Adjective
  • Our palmy years began way before Hollywood and the enormous hillside onetime real estate sign of that name.
    — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2025
  • Serve a crisp cookie with each serving, such as a butter cookie or palmier.
    — Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 22 Oct. 2024
Definition of palmy

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“Halcyon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/halcyon. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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