sundown

noun

ˈsən-ˌdau̇n How to pronounce sundown (audio)
Definition of sundownnext
as in dusk
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness we were told that the best time to see elk is at sundown

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Recent Examples of sundown In one scene, Steven had the camera on the roof of a building, right at sundown before magic hour, as all these police cars go chasing after the characters. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 10 June 2026 In this lush sanctuary along the Golden Isles of Georgia, Sea Island can curate a three-day itinerary from sunup to sundown, prioritizing your well-being. — Judith Garrison, AJC.com, 9 June 2026 Restaurants and bars near the beach, including a couple right on the sand, keep visitors happy from sunup to long after sundown. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026 It can be used as a beach cover-up, worn over a tank, and thrown on after sundown. — Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sundown
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sundown
  1. dusk
  2. sunset
  3. night
  4. twilight
  5. evening
  6. nightfall
Noun
  • Bears are most active after the sun goes down, or even at dawn or dusk, according to Fish and Game.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 29 July 2026
  • Sundown Sundays are summer fun-days (and ideal to combat any Sunday Scaries) with a growing crowd through dusk.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Definition of dusk
Noun
  • Here’s where to catch the skyline, the sunset, and one more round before the autumn breeze rolls in.
    — Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The premium is well worth it for sunset views of the water and a front-row seat to the ferries, fishers, and sailboats passing through.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
Definition of sunset
Noun
  • The card also features an IBF lightweight title defense between Raymond Muratalla and Robson Conceicao, promising an exciting night.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Forward Jason Robertson has signed a one-year, $12 million contract to remain with the Dallas Stars, the team announced Tuesday night.
    — Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of night
Noun
  • The breaking of silence in a tipsy twilight, if only for the sake of comical nonsense, can be as blessed as the break of dawn.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The sky darkens to twilight, exposing the Sun's corona and sometimes revealing stars and planets as temperatures briefly cool.
    — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of twilight
Noun
  • The lightweight sweater is cozy for chilly flights, breezy ferry rides, or cool evenings by the water, but doesn’t take up much space in your suitcase.
    — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The couple appeared to end the getaway on a positive note after Alli, encouraged by the other women, sent Jesse a flirtatious text while out for the evening.
    — Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of evening
Noun
  • After pulling into their campsite well after nightfall, the couple climbed into bed, wondering what and who surrounded them.
    — Sarah Silbiger, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
  • Any wet leaves also have time to dry before nightfall, reducing the chance of fungal diseases.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 July 2026
Definition of nightfall

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