as in renaissance
a period of happiness and prosperity
It is hoped that the new tax plan will bring about a thriving millennium.
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Recent Examples of millennium
The insular culture and unadorned lives of conservative Anabaptist people aren't often associated with music, but Amish sacred music dates back half a millennium.
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ABC News, 1 May 2026
Masterpiece and Paramount’s UK network 5 are returning to the Scottish Highlands that entertained British audiences at the turn of this millennium.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026
Lewkowitz opened the discussion by grounding the conversation in history, noting that cotton has remained a viable and desired resource for seven millennia.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Apr. 2026
In Athens, History Shapes the Future After hovering for a millennium at the crossroads of past and present and braving a series of recent crises, the ancient metropolis is ascendant once again.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 1 May 2026
Masterpiece and Paramount’s UK network 5 are returning to the Scottish Highlands that entertained British audiences at the turn of this millennium.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026
Lewkowitz opened the discussion by grounding the conversation in history, noting that cotton has remained a viable and desired resource for seven millennia.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Apr. 2026
In Athens, History Shapes the Future After hovering for a millennium at the crossroads of past and present and braving a series of recent crises, the ancient metropolis is ascendant once again.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for millennium
Recent Examples of Synonyms for millennium
Noun
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This spring, the Japanese art of surrendering to the chef’s hand is experiencing a renaissance in W1.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
10 May 2026
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Amid today's wellness renaissance, many gyms and fitness clubs can cost hundreds of dollars per month, depending on the level of access and amenities offered.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
Noun
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The core of Footer’s book is Bradley’s heyday in the thirties.—
Brian Seibert,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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In its heyday, musicians ranging from Sergei Rachmaninoff to Regina Spektor visited the building.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
11 May 2026
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“Millennium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/millennium. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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