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a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
in its heyday, the circus was a major form of entertainment for small-town America
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Recent Examples of heyday
They were fully produced, in most cases, complete recordings his dad had made during his heyday.
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Laura L. Davis, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
But in his chart-topping heyday, Combs was an unstoppable celebrity force, radiating charm on talk shows, Broadway and awards telecasts.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 1 July 2025
The resulting design is about as exciting as a Caddy has been since Elvis’s heyday.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 1 July 2025
Currently, all of these are essentially ballistic capsules that haven't changed fundamentally since the heyday of the Space Race, but now various companies and government space agencies are taking another look at spaceplanes for their ferry work.
—David Szondy
june 27, New Atlas, 27 June 2025
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Laura L. Davis, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
But in his chart-topping heyday, Combs was an unstoppable celebrity force, radiating charm on talk shows, Broadway and awards telecasts.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 1 July 2025
The resulting design is about as exciting as a Caddy has been since Elvis’s heyday.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 1 July 2025
Currently, all of these are essentially ballistic capsules that haven't changed fundamentally since the heyday of the Space Race, but now various companies and government space agencies are taking another look at spaceplanes for their ferry work.
—David Szondy
june 27, New Atlas, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heyday
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Her top tips include planting nectar-rich annuals like lantanas and zinnias, using lightweight potting soil, feeding plants with long-lasting fertilizer, and mixing blooms with eye-catching foliage.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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These organisms can quickly reproduce, leading to dense blooms and surface scums, particularly in the shallow, warmer parts of the lake, according to the NPS.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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The concern, though, is that while Tatum is in the prime of his career at age 27 – and, as such, should be uniquely equipped to overcome his Achilles injury – Lillard is eight years older.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
13 July 2025
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Subprime and near-prime lenders are the first to feel that impact.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Thanks to him and the modern revival of his name as a whiskey brand, Stagg remains an enduring symbol of American whiskey excellence and a true Icon of Whiskey.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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This year, King of the Hill is front and center to promote the revival, which is out August 4, bringing Arlen’s favorite family straight to fans — Texas style.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
8 July 2025
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Young reached the pinnacle of success in high school at Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, Calif.—he was named the state’s Gatorade Player of the Year in 2020—and in college at Alabama.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
7 July 2025
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America stands as the pinnacle and leader of Western civilization.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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“Heyday.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heyday. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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