as in dusk
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
the glow of the western sky at sunset
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Recent Examples of sunset
The hotel’s location—along the island's tranquil southwest coast—brings a sense of serenity (a rarity in this part of the Yucatán) and excellent sunsets.
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David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2025
The season’s heat instantly invokes daydreams of strolls through quaint neighborhoods, outdoor dining, and sunset sails on crystal clear waters.
—Essence, 20 June 2025
At least one night of your trip, take your fish and chips to go, and head to the pier for a memorable sunset.
melbournebeachfl.org; 507 Ocean Avenue, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
Perdido Key
Pensacola
Perdido Key is a go-to getaway for those in the know.
—Kara Franker, Southern Living, 19 June 2025
Scenic walkways and jetties invite leisurely sunset strolls.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
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David Shortell, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2025
The season’s heat instantly invokes daydreams of strolls through quaint neighborhoods, outdoor dining, and sunset sails on crystal clear waters.
—Essence, 20 June 2025
At least one night of your trip, take your fish and chips to go, and head to the pier for a memorable sunset.
melbournebeachfl.org; 507 Ocean Avenue, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
Perdido Key
Pensacola
Perdido Key is a go-to getaway for those in the know.
—Kara Franker, Southern Living, 19 June 2025
Scenic walkways and jetties invite leisurely sunset strolls.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for sunset
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunset
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Winged Photo Competition Winners At dusk, a family of six Honduran white bats roost on the underside of a leaf, preparing to take off in search of their dinner.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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These fogging operations take place at dusk, when mosquitoes are most active and looking for food, officials said.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2025
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The Chicago Bulls took a swing in the NBA draft Wednesday night by selecting French teenager Noa Essengue with the No. 12 pick.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2025
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Newsweek reached out to the company via email for comment Wednesday night.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
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In a Monday evening update, the Idaho Department of Lands said the Nettleton Gulch fire was contained within 26 acres of land and that no structures were at risk.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
1 July 2025
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But, Monday’s Fantasy 5 evening draw numbers of 1, 5, 6, 20 and 23 were on tickets obtained at Miami’s Elizabeth Market, 1386 NW 29th St., and the Publix at Hillsboro Square, 150 S. Federal Hwy., in Deerfield Beach.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2025
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How to view planet alignment 2025 Planet parades must be observed during twilight between dawn and sunset so a glowing sky does not obscure the view.—
Marina Johnson,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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Amidst the urban twilight, two friends take photos at one of the last New York City phone booths when the phone begins to ring.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
25 June 2025
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And possibly compounding matters are FIFA’s decision the schedule the majority of those matches before sundown locally, to be shown in more favorable TV windows in Europe and elsewhere around the world.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
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Indeed, today’s martini doesn’t have to be serious or even sipped after sundown according to Master Mixologist Tiffanie Barriere.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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“Sunset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunset. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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