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 region's perfect summer weather, with mild temperatures and late sunsets, allows for extensive play, attracting nearly 2 million annual visitors, with 15-20% being golfers from across the US, particularly from hotter states.
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Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Set a little back from the sea, there are flashes of blue on property; better views (and stunning sunsets) from the rooftop Bougainvillea Bar; plus a private club on the public beach, a few minutes away and reached by hotel shuttle.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 June 2026
Inspired by the Korean word ēnae [이내], which describes the blush haze visible in the distance at sunset, the fragrance captures that same soft, diffused feeling.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 21 June 2026
Sit beside a bonfire on the beach to watch the sunset or gaze up at the stars.
—Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026
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Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Set a little back from the sea, there are flashes of blue on property; better views (and stunning sunsets) from the rooftop Bougainvillea Bar; plus a private club on the public beach, a few minutes away and reached by hotel shuttle.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 June 2026
Inspired by the Korean word ēnae [이내], which describes the blush haze visible in the distance at sunset, the fragrance captures that same soft, diffused feeling.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 21 June 2026
Sit beside a bonfire on the beach to watch the sunset or gaze up at the stars.
—Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunset
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Other actions to reduce risk include avoiding exposure during peak feeding times at dusk and dawn, wearing long sleeves and pants to prevent mosquito bites, and draining standing water in yards and gardens to minimize breeding areas.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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The day eases toward dusk in warm, unhurried tones.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
17 June 2026
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Angel Reese starred again for the Dream on Thursday night in Indianapolis, tallying her 10th double-double of the season in a 108-101 win over the Fever.—
AJC Sports,
AJC.com,
19 June 2026
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McKenna's death gained national attention after her disappearance in the middle of the night set off a frantic search for the teenager.—
Angela George,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Darkness is now at a premium, with extended twilight lingering well into the night and returning early in the morning, but the moon is back in the evening sky.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
19 June 2026
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Neymar is also deep into the twilight of his career.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
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On Saturday evening, three Israeli strikes killed four people and wounded at least a dozen others.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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The twin-motor Cessna 421 carrying Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor crashed Friday evening near La Baule airport on the Atlantic coast, Mayor Franck Louvrier said in a statement.—
Angela Charlton,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
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The chicks, born to piping plovers Imani and Sea Rocket, emerged from their nest near Montrose Pier under the watchful eyes of volunteer bird monitors, who spent sunup to sundown waiting to confirm all four eggs had successfully hatched.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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In one scene, Steven had the camera on the roof of a building, right at sundown before magic hour, as all these police cars go chasing after the characters.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
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“Sunset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunset. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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