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
Any isolated showers will fade after sunset on Monday.
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Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Simply look west after sunset to see the Venus and Jupiter pairing.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Buffalo Bill State Park is located in the quaint nearby town of Cody, just a 15-minute drive from Shoshone—sunrise and sunset from the park aren’t to be missed.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
The concert series emphasizes family recreation and cultural experiences in a relaxed outdoor setting by the beach and provides an opportunity for families and friends to enjoy a variety of musical styles at sunset.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
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Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Simply look west after sunset to see the Venus and Jupiter pairing.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Buffalo Bill State Park is located in the quaint nearby town of Cody, just a 15-minute drive from Shoshone—sunrise and sunset from the park aren’t to be missed.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
The concert series emphasizes family recreation and cultural experiences in a relaxed outdoor setting by the beach and provides an opportunity for families and friends to enjoy a variety of musical styles at sunset.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunset
Noun
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Wearing long sleeves and long pants, especially at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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People can reduce their odds of getting West Nile by wearing insect repellent and covering skin while outdoors; limiting activity at dawn and dusk; emptying any standing water around their homes; and repairing door and window screens as necessary.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
2 June 2026
Noun
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New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge will be sidelined indefinitely with a stress fracture of his ribs, the team announced Thursday night.—
Larry Fleisher,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
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Cam Smith hit a tiebreaking two-run triple to cap Houston’s six-run eighth inning, Isaac Paredes homered and the Astros overcame a five-run deficit to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-9 on Wednesday night.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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In the first half of the week, look low to the west-northwest about 30-45 minutes after sunset to see Venus and Jupiter drawing together in the twilight.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
6 June 2026
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The twilight wound up benefitting the Red Sox in a big way a few minutes later.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
4 June 2026
Noun
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The Midwestern supper club ritual hasn’t changed, bringing guests together for long, unhurried evenings of dining and entertaining.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Don't assume your grass is dry by simply looking at it, especially in the morning or late evening.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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But why save sparkle for sundown?—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
27 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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“Sunset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunset. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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