as in dusks
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 sunsets
On a coastal island near Tampa Bay, this 2017 contemporary Mediterranean features an observation terrace that looks out to palms, a canal, and Gulf sunsets.
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The Week Us,
TheWeek,
22 June 2026
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.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 June 2026
If pairing sunsets with music, good eats and a scenic sail appeals to you, a new Intracoastal experience awaits, courtesy of Shooters Waterfront and the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi.
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Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
19 June 2026
Locals flock here not only for the white-sand shoreline, but also for the sunsets and the historic Charlevoix Lighthouse, which dates back to 1885.
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Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court's recertification of the program through March provides cover after the law sunsets, according to some Democratic lawmakers and legal experts.
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Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
The awe-inspiring scenery includes the Perry Monument, beaches and sunsets, the Tom Ridge Environmental Center, historic lighthouses, trails and the wildlife‑rich lagoons that define the peninsula.
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Usa Today Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
The general sales tax increase puts money into the county’s general fund for five years and sunsets in October 2031.
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Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
The Week Us,
TheWeek,
22 June 2026
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.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 June 2026
If pairing sunsets with music, good eats and a scenic sail appeals to you, a new Intracoastal experience awaits, courtesy of Shooters Waterfront and the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi.
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Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
19 June 2026
Locals flock here not only for the white-sand shoreline, but also for the sunsets and the historic Charlevoix Lighthouse, which dates back to 1885.
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Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court's recertification of the program through March provides cover after the law sunsets, according to some Democratic lawmakers and legal experts.
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Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
The awe-inspiring scenery includes the Perry Monument, beaches and sunsets, the Tom Ridge Environmental Center, historic lighthouses, trails and the wildlife‑rich lagoons that define the peninsula.
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Usa Today Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
The general sales tax increase puts money into the county’s general fund for five years and sunsets in October 2031.
—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunsets
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Schools and workplaces open at night, construction sites buzz in the small hours under massive floodlights, and outdoor recreation takes place in the twilights of dawn and dusk.
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But the tangy, clean scent of sea spray and radiant purple-pink twilights make the planning more than worth it.
Noun
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Head to Bayzo’s Pub on the lower level of The Mansion for an English tavern vibe, family-friendly pub fare, and live music some nights during the summer season.
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Deep River Ice will serve Italian ice and gourmet hard scooped ice cream on select nights.
Noun
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The easygoing hotel centers on the pool, where bands perform some evenings, and people gather around fire pits with margaritas and beers.
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Get this Barefoot Dreams cardigan to upgrade your cozy layer game for those breezy summer evenings.
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“Sunsets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunsets. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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