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as in bright
having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness)
her sunny laughter filled the house with joy
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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
momentarily forgot their worries at the sight of the baby's sunny smile
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as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor
the good-natured waitresses enhance the restaurant's sunny and cheery atmosphere
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as in clear
not stormy or cloudy
we are hoping for a sunny weekend so we can spend time at the beach
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Recent Examples of sunny
Phillippe said she was inspired by California rock stars of the ’70s and sunny beach days.
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 16 June 2025
Close blinds or curtains on sunny days to block heat buildup.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2025
Dry start to weekend in Kansas City Mostly sunny skies will allow temperatures to rebound into the upper 80s on Saturday, according to the weather service.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2025
Here are ways to enjoy this sunny early summer weekend in Central Florida.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 June 2025
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 16 June 2025
Close blinds or curtains on sunny days to block heat buildup.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2025
Dry start to weekend in Kansas City Mostly sunny skies will allow temperatures to rebound into the upper 80s on Saturday, according to the weather service.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2025
Here are ways to enjoy this sunny early summer weekend in Central Florida.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunny
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The Princess wore a bright aquamarine woollen dress coat with ivory lapels and cuffs by Catherine Walker—a designer favored by Kate Middleton as much as Princess Diana—as well as wide-brimmed matching hat with a sculptural motif by Juliette Botterill.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
14 June 2025
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The dress featured white block trims against the bright blue.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
14 June 2025
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That sort of homey detail and Karl’s cheerful disposition belie the ghastly stories that her memory holds, the ones her guest has come to hear — and capture on film.—
Christine DiMattei,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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But thanks to the marketers of marigolds, trumpet vines, and hydrangeas, my once-bleak inbox now also blushes with cheerful pastels.—
Danny Heitman,
Christian Science Monitor,
17 June 2025
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Will the market continue to trudge along its merry path?—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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This merry, hour-long holiday extravaganza will be stacked with gifts for Bravo fans and feature a number of Yuletide Bravolebrity performances.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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For some, a cancer diagnosis can help make the future clear, Ammon says.—
Korin Miller,
Flow Space,
16 June 2025
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Netflix’s strategic drive into original production from Spain is clear.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
16 June 2025
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Hurley, wearing a cowboy hat, sports a radiant smile as the couple leans against an old wooden fence in the middle of what appears to be an open field, not unlike the one seen in Hurley's new post.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
11 June 2025
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True to its name, this skin tint feels akin to a serum and is infused with serum-like ingredients, such as squalane, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid for an absolutely radiant, glowing finish.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
11 June 2025
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While dozens of legal challenges to DOGE and Trump administration actions make their way through the courts, Musk remained optimistic about the project's enduring legacy at his farewell press conference with Trump on May 30.—
Stephen Fowler,
NPR,
16 June 2025
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On Friday, head coach Javier Mascherano attempted to remain optimistic about his team’s chances to play a significant part in the tournament.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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Despite the location change, the commencement was full of proud parents, festive emotions and colorful mortarboards.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2025
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All the while, the fans and the stars bring good tidings of cheer, joy and hilarity to festive events like carol-oke, holiday trivia challenges and Christmas competitions.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
People.com,
12 June 2025
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The best times to see the Northern Lights are during the winter months when the sky is cloudless and the moon wanes.—
Jason Mastrodonato,
Mercury News,
27 May 2025
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The sky in Modesto and Sacramento is expected to be cloudless on Tuesday night, when the best galaxy viewing conditions begin, according to to the National Weather Service’s seven-day forecast.—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2025
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“Sunny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunny. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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