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
Venus And Jupiter Draw Closer While the Moon dominates the sky, don’t miss the ongoing approach of Venus and Jupiter in the west after sunset.
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Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Sunset photo - Alan & Karen K send: See, even NJ has nice sunsets!
—Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 May 2026
From climbing Marjan hill in the morning and afternoons on the waterfront promenade watching the sunset, to staying for the evening when the city shifts into the slow pace that Dalmatians call pomalo.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 21 May 2026
These tools must include clear performance triggers and sunset provisions to ensure that public support fosters equitable outcomes.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2026
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Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Sunset photo - Alan & Karen K send: See, even NJ has nice sunsets!
—Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 May 2026
From climbing Marjan hill in the morning and afternoons on the waterfront promenade watching the sunset, to staying for the evening when the city shifts into the slow pace that Dalmatians call pomalo.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 21 May 2026
These tools must include clear performance triggers and sunset provisions to ensure that public support fosters equitable outcomes.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunset
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Photographer Gary Hershorn captured a dazzling photo of Venus shining to the left of the crescent moon above the One World Trade Center on May 18, as the glow of dusk illuminated the New York City skyline.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
20 May 2026
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Volvo knows from experience that moose are serious traffic hazards, especially at dusk and dawn.—
Kristin Shaw,
ArsTechnica,
20 May 2026
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James Ward Thursday night’s California governor debate underscored just how unsettled — and contentious — the race has become, with candidates repeatedly clashing over crime, election integrity, reproductive rights, and the balance of power between state and local government.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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All eyes were on the Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) X Division Championship on Thursday night as Leon Slater looked to retain the title over Cedric Alexander and solidify himself as the longest-reigning X Division champion in the company’s history.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Virginie Efira and Tao Okamoto let a day’s stroll linger into profundity, the twilight dimming and human connection brewing in all its possibilities.—
Joshua Rothkopf,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2026
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With Venus blazing in the twilight and a thin crescent moon beside it, Monday evening offers one of the easiest and most photogenic astronomy sights of spring that anyone can enjoy.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Before the race was set to begin on Friday evening, teams and fans held a moment of silence for Busch.—
Matt Reigle,
FOXNews.com,
24 May 2026
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As of Friday evening, there were rooms available for the night of June 25 ranging from around $500–$600.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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The crash happened before sundown Saturday at 24th Street and Michigan Avenue along Motor Row.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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From sundown on Friday, May 15, to nightfall on Saturday, May 16, friends, families and communities of all backgrounds are invited to come together in rest and reflection.—
Daniella Greenbaum Davis,
Washington Post,
13 May 2026
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“Sunset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunset. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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