Definition of sunlightnext
as in sun
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves let's raise the shades and let in some sunlight

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Recent Examples of sunlight These cells can harvest far more sunlight than silicon panels by stacking three different perovskite absorbers, with each layer tuned to capture a different band gap in the solar spectrum. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 July 2026 Location, location, location Of course, every gardener has to consider consider soil conditions, water access, weather and amount and direction of sunlight when figuring out what to plant. Martha Ross, Mercury News, 8 July 2026 Dress your baby in lightweight, breathable clothing and avoid direct sunlight, especially during peak hours. Nancy Mattia, Parents, 8 July 2026 The best option for you will depend on factors such as climate, budget, aesthetics, and the amount of direct sunlight your home receives. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunlight
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Noun
  • Several hours after the meeting began, as the sun began to sink toward the horizon, commissioner Jacob Wurman raised his hand for a point of order.
    Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026
  • Stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026
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  • Gran Canaria ranked third, securing the Canary Islands' status as a great place for sunshine, warmth and great weather.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Thursday and Friday are expected to feature highs in the upper 80s to lower 90s, with a mix of sunshine and clouds.
    Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2026

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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunlight. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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