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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
Surfers have been out in great numbers at this popular surf spot, thanks to smallish surf, somewhat warm water — by winter standards — and sunny skies after days of rain, meaning more beachgoers came across the stingrays and their pointy barbs.
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Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
From classic domestic getaways to sunny Caribbean escapes—and even a European city—the list challenges the assumption that travel costs are destined to rise.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Wednesday should be the warmest day of the week, with highs reaching about 70 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
Many people went outside to watch or listen to the livestream on their phones in sunny 33 degree weather.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
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Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
From classic domestic getaways to sunny Caribbean escapes—and even a European city—the list challenges the assumption that travel costs are destined to rise.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Wednesday should be the warmest day of the week, with highs reaching about 70 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
Many people went outside to watch or listen to the livestream on their phones in sunny 33 degree weather.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunny
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Even hospital appointments were overwhelming, with bright lights leaving her drained and overstimulated.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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The bright blue facade is a beacon of hope at a time when many residents and business owners are still caught in the difficult process of rebuilding after the fires.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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Sweater nails feel cozy and cheerful in the winter, especially in a shocking shade of scarlet.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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Citrus Wreaths Create cheerful wreaths that lean on in-season oranges and lemons for pops of color.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
8 Jan. 2026
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Besides its prominent cloud belts, Jupiter's greatest telescopic treasure are its four Galilean moons that run a merry race with each other around the planet, changing their respective positions from hour to hour and night to night.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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The residents were excited to see both, but the real dog hopped down and went on its merry way, while Jennie stuck around to be snuggled.—
Rena Goldman,
EverydayHealth.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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The report does make clear that neither of the plane's two other engines were on fire before the crash.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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But go ahead and clear space around early-blooming plants like crocus, grape hyacinth, Helleborus, winter-hardy ferns, and spring ephemerals.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
15 Jan. 2026
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The radiant tint adds just a touch of glow to the skin—mimicking a post-facial radiance—that doesn’t look glittery or emphasize texture.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
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Look towards the constellation Taurus in the early morning hours for this shower’s radiant point.—
Michael d'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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In an optimistic interview, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi confidentially predicted that the Democrats will regain control of Congress.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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In the months before Maduro was seized, Machado’s allies were optimistic.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
12 Jan. 2026
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Reblooming amaryllis each year saves money and brings back its festive charm every season.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
11 Jan. 2026
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The annual Three Kings parade blessed Little Havana yet again this year with its festive attire.—
Alie Skowronski,
Miami Herald,
11 Jan. 2026
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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 22 Jan. 2026.
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