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This year, the first day of astronomical spring (also called the spring equinox) is
The first day of spring is not always on March 21, but usually within a few days of that date, falling on March 19, March 20 or March 21 — depending on when the vernal (or spring) equinox is.
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2025
Equinox Rite: Align with the vernal influences of rebirth and prosperity at 7pm Friday at the Cat & Cauldron.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 19 Mar. 2025
The project would destroy some vernal pools and other environmentally sensitive habitat.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
However, astronomical spring — as determined by Earth’s journey around the sun and its tilted axis (which together cause seasons) — begins on the vernal equinox date and ends on the summer solstice.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2025
Equinox Rite: Align with the vernal influences of rebirth and prosperity at 7pm Friday at the Cat & Cauldron.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 19 Mar. 2025
The project would destroy some vernal pools and other environmentally sensitive habitat.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
However, astronomical spring — as determined by Earth’s journey around the sun and its tilted axis (which together cause seasons) — begins on the vernal equinox date and ends on the summer solstice.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vernal
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The graying halls of Congress don’t usually evoke images of youthful ambition, but a record number of lawmakers are calling it quits in 2026.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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The viral beauty gadget stimulates collagen, boosts circulation, and leaves you with plump, youthful results.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
8 Jan. 2026
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The group, mainly millennials and young Gen Xers, grew up in the internet era and recognize how technology can switch up the status quo.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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Despite the absentees, Arteta had experienced players like Ben White, Piero Hincapie and Christian Norgaard to call upon, as well as exciting young talent like Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Their relaxed drape feels modern and unfussy, striking the right balance between polish and comfort.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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According to Makaym Dybenko, the system balances customization with military-standard compatibility, positioning DroneHunter Varta as a flexible counter-drone solution for modern combat environments.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Boals Moeller says the recent AI breakthrough is no different.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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Organizers made the decision after protesters repeatedly disrupted the recent Spanish Vuelta in the presence of Israel-Premier Tech.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The New York-style market, which has locations in Stallings and Lancaster, SC, will have fresh pasta and mozzarella, gelato, espresso stations and more.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Quarterback is a question-mark, with Kyler Murray more likely to get a fresh start than return to Arizona.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Vernal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vernal. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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