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as in sunshine
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves
be sure to wear sunscreen if you plan to spend more than a few minutes in the sun
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as in star
a ball-shaped gaseous celestial body that shines by its own light
the incomprehensible vastness of a universe filled with billions of suns
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as in sunrise
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance
I'm afraid that for this long trip we shall have to leave with the sun
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as in glory
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
Olympians basking in the sun of athletic achievement while the public still remembers them
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Recent Examples of sun
The reason has to do with how light from the sun makes its way to Earth and how its wavelengths interact with the dust cloud.
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Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
This recent study, which does just that, studied two theoretical Population III stars: one 13 times as massive as the sun, and one 200 times as massive.
—Robin George Andrews, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 May 2025
Now scientists are finding the sun’s rays could truly help to quash some autoimmune diseases.
—Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 20 May 2025
Instead of being absorbed into the skin, the minerals physically deflect and block the sun’s rays.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 20 May 2025
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Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
This recent study, which does just that, studied two theoretical Population III stars: one 13 times as massive as the sun, and one 200 times as massive.
—Robin George Andrews, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 May 2025
Now scientists are finding the sun’s rays could truly help to quash some autoimmune diseases.
—Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 20 May 2025
Instead of being absorbed into the skin, the minerals physically deflect and block the sun’s rays.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sun
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The Alaska Craft Beer & Barley Wine Festival is held in January each year in Anchorage to spread liquid sunshine during the dark winter.—
Don Tse,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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He’s lost, dazzled by sunshine, insulted by people who confuse him with Lang and F. W. Murnau.—
David Denby,
New Yorker,
23 May 2025
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Here's what stars, constellations are the best to spot in May Stargazing this May?—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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With Manchester City having spent over $275 million on transfers in the past season, as well as signing star striker Erling Haaland to a new contract, a deal for Wirtz and a transfer fee of over $150 million might have been a step too far for Pep Guardiola’s side.—
James Nalton,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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They’re designed with high-efficiency solar panels that automatically turn on and emit a warm white glow at night and turn off at sunrise.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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Starting with sunrise, on the Atlantic side of Islamorada.—
Mark Gauert,
Sun Sentinel,
23 May 2025
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The Monaco Grand Prix — which is synonymous with glitz, glamour and glory — is building on the legacy and ties TAG Heuer has to the Principality of Monaco.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
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The real story of this Europa League triumph — Tottenham’s first European trophy since the UEFA Cup in 1984 — was how Postecoglou navigated his way through an otherwise disastrous season to glory.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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At the very top, an attic bedroom opens up with operable roof panels that invite the sky, sunlight, and breeze into the sleeping quarters.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
31 May 2025
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This puts them at risk of overheating and heat stroke, especially when walking on hot pavement or spending time in direct sunlight.—
Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
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The alignment of the three galaxies creates a type of gravitational lens called an Einstein ring.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
22 May 2025
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In the scene in question, a liberal, idealistic senator of the imperial government that controls much of the galaxy speaks out against a vengeful attack on the protesting residents of Ghorman, a planet that the empire is attempting to subjugate and militarize.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
21 May 2025
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The court also ordered the Trump administration to remove the tariffs within 10 days, including a 25% tariff on certain goods from Canada and Mexico.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
29 May 2025
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Looking ahead in the final days South Korea’s election law bans the release of public poll results during the six days leading up to an election.—
Jong Eun Lee,
The Conversation,
29 May 2025
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Warm, enthusiastic applause rolled over the auditorium in waves as the film credits rolled, and the Dardennes embraced their co-stars.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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In the room, Thompson’s admonishment was met with applause.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
23 May 2025
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“Sun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sun. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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