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as in zenith
the highest part or point
far removed from the noontime of their popularity, when they had performed at sold-out arenas, the band now played at small clubs
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Recent Examples of noontime
The summer solstice, according to the National Weather Service, is when the earth's tilt toward the sun reaches its maximum noontime elevation.
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John Tufts, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 June 2025
The pontiff has not been able to offer his customary noontime prayers at St. Peter's Square since Feb. 9.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
Shares of Lululemon were one of fashion’s outliers, trading up 0.38 percent at noontime.
—Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Well, the noontime sun is about 100 milliwatts per centimeter squared.
—IEEE Spectrum, 25 Jan. 2013
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John Tufts, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 June 2025
The pontiff has not been able to offer his customary noontime prayers at St. Peter's Square since Feb. 9.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
Shares of Lululemon were one of fashion’s outliers, trading up 0.38 percent at noontime.
—Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Well, the noontime sun is about 100 milliwatts per centimeter squared.
—IEEE Spectrum, 25 Jan. 2013
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for noontime
Noun
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And with both genres still at the zenith of their popularity in Asia, why change a winning formula?—
Abid Rahman,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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Then, pick a patch of sky 40 degrees away in the direction of your local zenith, which is the point directly above your head.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The drop happened around noon ET with an hour countdown appearing ahead of time.—
Bryan West,
Nashville Tennessean,
7 Nov. 2025
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The celebration includes a traditional, live performance of the National Anthem at noon.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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After tumbling from a 50-foot height, Dan Aykroyd walked away convinced that a higher power had caught him.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Their mom, Alyssa Crawford, shared two images of herself with her daughter Violet, with text alluding to the 4-year-old’s height being smaller than her peers.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Thursday, the Fantasy 5 midday draw numbers — 14, 20, 21, 24 and 26 — were chosen by a player at the Publix at Tamiami Trail Shops, 13850 SW Eighth St.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Beat Afternoon Hunger Chia seeds make a satisfying midday snack when hunger hits.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
7 Nov. 2025
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Livelsberger’s actions are the subject of a months-long ABC News investigation into the special forces operator and the explosion that marked the culmination of his life.—
Tonya Simpson,
ABC News,
11 Nov. 2025
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That performance was an abomination, a culmination of all the things that have been wrong with the Oilers this season in earning just six wins through their first 16 games.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Trump, 79, asked Lula, 80, leaning forward, referring to the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the pinnacle of mixed martial arts.—
Ron Kampeas,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Nov. 2025
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This popular necklace style is the pinnacle of any jewelry collection and a versatile and timeless design that pairs well with anything from the ultra-casual athleisure looks to formal dresses and pantsuits.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Döpfner nearly bought the FT in 2015, before losing it to Nikkei, and took a controlling stake in Business Insider — at the top of the new media market — for $343 million.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Liquid measuring cups have space at the top to prevent overflowing as well as a spout for easy pouring.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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Congress enacted the enhanced Obamacare subsidies during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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And Harrison must play more if this team is to reach its peak.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Nov. 2025
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“Noontime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noontime. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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