as in day
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance a job that requires him to get up before sunrise

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Recent Examples of sunrise The state does not allow operation 30 minutes before sunset or 30 minutes after sunrise. Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025 American flags are ordered to fly at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Aug. 31, according to Trump's proclamation. Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 28 Aug. 2025 Following a community-first ethos, the hotel’s wellness program brings guests and local residents together for sunrise yoga classes, breathwork sessions, and even art therapy workshops. Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025 When: Daily, sunrise to sunset Where: Venice Blvd & Dell Ave, Venice Information: venicecanals.org Huntington Gardens For couples who enjoy lush landscapes and peaceful wandering, the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino is a great day outing. Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunrise
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Noun
  • The two countries last month agreed to extend the trade truce by another 90 days, to mid-November.
    Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The Tesla had been at the impound lot for two days after being found abandoned on a Hollywood street, investigators said.
    Alex Stone, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • So much for the dawn of a new New England era, with no-nonsense Mike Vrabel as head coach and Josh McDaniels settling in as the new/old offensive coordinator.
    Steve Buckley, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
  • The 1960s marked a significant pivot in cultural mores, from the adherence to convention both socially and stylistically at the dawn of the decade to the age of antiestablishment fervor and personal empowerment as the period progressed.
    Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Basically, average lows are getting hotter both at night and in the early morning, a trend seen across the country and globe.
    Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Rebecca and Jake Haro made a brief appearance at the Riverside Hall of Justice in California to enter a not guilty plea to murder charges on Thursday morning.
    Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • On the morn of Liberation Day, Trump called out four other Republican senators — Rand Paul, Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski and Mitch McConnell — for pushing back on his plan.
    S.E. Cupp, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
  • The light green safari shade is especially fun, or go for an aquatic vibe with the icy morn/sea wave two-combo.
    Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2023
Noun
  • And yet, the dawning of light in Elordi’s eyes breathes life into the old tale.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 30 Aug. 2025
  • This is the dawning of the age of school choice.
    Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The last couple of hours before daybreak on Wednesday is the other window during which Lunsford recommends trying to see the shower.
    Gina Park, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
  • However, Giselle appears in spirit form and dances with him until daybreak, saving his life.
    Tom Teicholz, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
    KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
  • What to Know While there were no visible camera flashes during daylight hours, Harry's arrival at court sparked the audible rattle of many cameras taking pictures at the same time.
    Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025

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“Sunrise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunrise. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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