as in sun
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves spent a week at the shore soaking up the sunshine and salt air

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Recent Examples of sunshine Step 4: Tumble or Air Dry Follow the drying instructions on the care tag; if air drying is called for, dry the bed outdoors in the sunshine, as sun and air are natural deodorizers. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2025 For your weekend Going out ✍️ Famed poet Amanda Gorman includes grabbing sunshine at the Santa Monica Pier as part of her perfect Sunday Funday. 🏠 L.A. is home to TV’s most iconic houses. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025 Some roses require regular spraying and fertilizing to look their best; all require sunshine, good drainage, and soil rich in organic matter. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025 Perez said the bill aims to bring universities’ presidential searches back into the sunshine, in reference to a provision that would repeal a law that currently shields information about the candidates vying to become college and university presidents. Ana Ceballos, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunshine
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  • The cushion covers are removable and easy to clean, while the all-weather wicker can withstand the elements and won’t fade from the sun.
    Megan Schaltegger, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Water only as needed when the surface soil begins to dry and keep the plant in shade to filtered sun away from downspouts.
    Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2025
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  • Sun Exposure: Dappled sunlight Soil Type: Loose, organically-rich Soil pH: Acidic 10 of 10 Hostas Hostas are one of the most popular plants for shady gardens.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Mirroring the figures of the standard Instinct 3 watches, the AMOLED model can last up to 24 days, the Solar version up to 40 days — or unlimited stamina with light use if the watch sees enough direct sunlight each day.
    Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025

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“Sunshine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunshine. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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