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as in day
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance
my herald of the morn is my cat, sticking his paw in my face to wake me up
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as in morning
the time from sunrise until noon
so, how are you this lovely morn?
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Recent Examples of morn
On the morn of Liberation Day, Trump called out four other Republican senators — Rand Paul, Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski and Mitch McConnell — for pushing back on his plan.
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S.e. Cupp, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
The light green safari shade is especially fun, or go for an aquatic vibe with the icy morn/sea wave two-combo.
—Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2023
This gives me, in the parking lot the next morn, yet another opportunity to introduce myself to fellow travelers who possess jumper cables.
—John Phillips, Car and Driver, 9 Jan. 2023
These white cast-iron stocking holders will keep your stocking supported with the look of a frosty winter’s morn.
—Anna Fixsen, ELLE Decor, 1 Dec. 2022
Even more thrilling—spoilers ahead—are the happy resolutions that Ms. Perry devises for her worthy characters by Christmas morn.
—Tom Nolan, WSJ, 17 Nov. 2022
The next morn, my son had those beignets for breakfast!
—Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2022
In the gray and murky darkness of each night, there's a promise up ahead of a new and glorious morn — and its coming doesn't depend on us working harder or being better.
—Carrie McKean, The Week, 25 Dec. 2021
Thanksgiving morn: 2:45 a.m.
—Patricia Highsmith, The New Yorker, 27 Sep. 2021
S.e. Cupp, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
The light green safari shade is especially fun, or go for an aquatic vibe with the icy morn/sea wave two-combo.
—Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2023
This gives me, in the parking lot the next morn, yet another opportunity to introduce myself to fellow travelers who possess jumper cables.
—John Phillips, Car and Driver, 9 Jan. 2023
These white cast-iron stocking holders will keep your stocking supported with the look of a frosty winter’s morn.
—Anna Fixsen, ELLE Decor, 1 Dec. 2022
Even more thrilling—spoilers ahead—are the happy resolutions that Ms. Perry devises for her worthy characters by Christmas morn.
—Tom Nolan, WSJ, 17 Nov. 2022
The next morn, my son had those beignets for breakfast!
—Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2022
In the gray and murky darkness of each night, there's a promise up ahead of a new and glorious morn — and its coming doesn't depend on us working harder or being better.
—Carrie McKean, The Week, 25 Dec. 2021
Thanksgiving morn: 2:45 a.m.
—Patricia Highsmith, The New Yorker, 27 Sep. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for morn
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On April 2, the president announced an initial tariff rate on China of 34 percent, which ballooned in subsequent days to 125 percent.—
Mira Rapp-Hooper,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
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Bagsmart Tech Organizer Nothing feels messier than cords tangled at the bottom of your bag mid-travel day, which is why this smart tech organizer never leaves my suitcase.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Oct. 2025
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In the end, McGovern included clips from early morning airport chaos, rain on the Hawaiian beaches, the aftermath of a bloody lip and plenty of screaming and crying.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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There is also a yoga pavilion and pilates studio next to the spa; complimentary group classes are typically held in the morning.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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The damaging winds are expected to gradually subside across Jamaica, but it is advised to remain in a safe shelter until sunrise.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Baccarat chandeliers add a touch of drama, while 270-degree views stretch from the sunrise over the Atlantic to the sun setting behind the Miami skyline.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 Oct. 2025
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Despite the ban, enthusiasts have continued to jump in secret, often at dawn or dusk to avoid detection.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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The evening fades into dawn as Fifth Avenue shimmers in the early light, while a guest strolls home to the faint echo of laughter.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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As the sun rises behind the ELT, the image stands for the dawning of a new era in astronomical discovery.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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And yet, the dawning of light in Elordi’s eyes breathes life into the old tale.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Morn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/morn. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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