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Recent Examples of sunlight
According to the team, the result is near-theoretical energy storage performance and the ability to partially charge using sunlight alone, pointing to new possibilities for off-grid energy systems.
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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
Water and sunlight aren’t enough for orchids to produce their dramatic blooms.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
Wilted Leaves Pale and wilted foliage, as well as stunted leaf growth, may indicate that the spider plant lacks sunlight, says Vasylchyshyna.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
Keep spices in airtight containers away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 7 Jan. 2026
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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
Water and sunlight aren’t enough for orchids to produce their dramatic blooms.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
Wilted Leaves Pale and wilted foliage, as well as stunted leaf growth, may indicate that the spider plant lacks sunlight, says Vasylchyshyna.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
Keep spices in airtight containers away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunlight
Noun
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Some plants, like woodland spring ephemerals, have adapted to bloom before larger trees leaf out and block the sun.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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By that time in the afternoon, the sun was already behind the mountain ridges and dropping fast.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Think bubblegum pink, sunshine yellow, lime green, sky blue, and more.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
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When winter sets in across much of the United States, millions of Americans start looking for somewhere—anywhere—with sunshine, mild temperatures, and enough indoor comforts to keep seasonal blues at bay.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Jan. 2026
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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunlight. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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