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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunset
Noun
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Photo : Open Homes Photography Warm lighting trails the loggia walkways at dusk.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
20 June 2025
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Anshun bridge reflecting in the Jinjiang river at dusk in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China.—
Amala Balakrishner,
CNBC,
19 June 2025
Noun
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The Heat’s own pick Wednesday night previously had been dealt, with the Oklahoma City Thunder utilizing that No. 15 selection on Georgetown big man Thomas Sorber.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
26 June 2025
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Orlando, however, still had the opportunity to find roster help Wednesday night during the first round, even if the franchise was making its pick later in the evening than in years past.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Using 14 low-cost cameras, the researchers were able to track satellites passing overhead on the evening of Feb. 22, 2025, compiling them into a long-exposure image to show the total activity for the evening.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
20 June 2025
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Amazing rainbow and lightning combo illuminating the sky this evening in Port Charlotte, Florida!—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Adding to the litany of shabbiness is the fact that the company is in its twilight.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
22 June 2025
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In contrast, heading south, the duration of twilight is shorter.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
19 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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The idea sounded plausible enough: Run late-night Tri-Rail trains to and from downtown Miami and Miami International Airport to serve swing-shift workers, late-night revelers and air travelers who arrive after sundown.—
David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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“Sunset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunset. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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