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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
Both days will be mostly sunny and seasonably warm in the upper 80s with low humidity levels.
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Bill Kelly,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Friday will be sunny and hot, with temperatures near 97 degrees and heat index values as high as 107.
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Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
Next week, VidCon will be sunny with a chance of development deals.
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Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
19 June 2026
Sunday will turn sunny with highs in the upper 90s and heat index values over 100 degrees before another front brings more storm chances Monday through Wednesday.
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Steve Coffman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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Bill Kelly,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Friday will be sunny and hot, with temperatures near 97 degrees and heat index values as high as 107.
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Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
Next week, VidCon will be sunny with a chance of development deals.
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Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
19 June 2026
Sunday will turn sunny with highs in the upper 90s and heat index values over 100 degrees before another front brings more storm chances Monday through Wednesday.
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Steve Coffman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunny
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Tree was recognizable for his bright fashion, mullet haircut with prominent bangs, thin mustache and encouraging outlook.
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For starters, bright colors inject visibility – not merely for players looking to find each other amid the chaos of a World Cup match, but also for brands looking to draw the gazes of millions of onlooking fans towards their logo.
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From glassware and accessories to kitchen tabletop and home decor, these functional yet giftable pieces combine cheerful patterns, playful details and practical use.
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For the most part, the Croatia and England fans were a happy, cheerful bunch, sporting their teams colors, chanting happy tunes and enjoying the unique experience.
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Like most people, Sarnoski grew up with the light hearted stories of Robin Hood and his merry men.
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Our leads will be abandoning the mean streets of New York City for merry old London.
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Emergency crews continue to assess the situation in different parts of the country, while authorities are expected to provide a clearer picture in the coming hours regarding material damage, injuries and possible fatalities.
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There’s clear evidence that some of the links between larger climate patterns in the atmosphere are being altered by climate change, Trenberth said.
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Teamwork thrives when boundaries are crisp, as the radiant Sun lights your 11th House of Friends in a quincunx to Pluto in your 6th House of Work.
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Buttah Skin Founded by Dorion Renaud, Buttah Skin develops skincare specifically formulated for melanin-rich skin, combining nourishing ingredients with simple routines that promote healthy, radiant complexions.
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Both Perez and Conine began rehab assignments with Triple A Jacksonville this week, and Marlins manager Clayton McCullough was optimistic about both players’ trajectories.
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That is a loss, on paper, in the optimistic scenario, and if the number of visitors falls short, the gap only widens.
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The matches are also being projected onto some of the walls, and festive touches have been added to the taxidermy.
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On Sunday, Scottish supporters charmed locals with a festive march to Fenway Park, where the Red Sox hosted Scottish Heritage Night amid an influx of World Cup fans.
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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.
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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.
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“Sunny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunny. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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