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Recent Examples of vernal
Thursday marks the first day of spring – or in science terms, the vernal equinox!
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Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
Every year, Easter falls on the first Sunday following the first ecclesiastical full moon that occurs on or after the day of the vernal equinox, according to the Astronomical Applications Department of the U.S. Naval Observatory.
—Pam Defiglio, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
That's because Earth is currently in an ideal position for dazzling auroras, thanks to its proximity to the vernal equinox, which occurred on March 20.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 25 Mar. 2025
This Week: March 21-23, 2025 Spring started yesterday, with the vernal equinox bringing equal nights of light and dark to everywhere on our planet.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
Every year, Easter falls on the first Sunday following the first ecclesiastical full moon that occurs on or after the day of the vernal equinox, according to the Astronomical Applications Department of the U.S. Naval Observatory.
—Pam Defiglio, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
That's because Earth is currently in an ideal position for dazzling auroras, thanks to its proximity to the vernal equinox, which occurred on March 20.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 25 Mar. 2025
This Week: March 21-23, 2025 Spring started yesterday, with the vernal equinox bringing equal nights of light and dark to everywhere on our planet.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vernal
Adjective
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At 34 years old, Stockman's youthful assurance and irreverence for sacred cows of all kinds soon upset many of his former colleagues on the Hill.—
Ron Elving,
NPR,
17 May 2025
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This bit of Broadway excellence (a product of its time, of course) is being produced in intimate fashion by the Blank Theatre Company, which has cast the show mostly with youthful actors, all of whom throw themselves at the material with much exuberance.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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For much younger kids, Little Passports has an Early Explorers box ($20/month) aimed at children as young as 3.—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
17 May 2025
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Kids too young for chewables might instead be prescribed drops or gels.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2025
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His visit is a divergence from the tradition among modern U.S. presidents to visit Mexico or Canada during their first foreign trip, which comes after his administration levied tariffs against the neighboring nations early in his term.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The passenger's story is a case of plane etiquette justice that can feel rare in modern air travel.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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Under her direction, Shoma Group has consistently turned bold ideas into tangible results, including the recent sale of Shoma Village in Hialeah for nearly $100 million.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Considering the champions the majors have produced in recent years, this leaderboard more closely resembled the Myrtle Beach Classic.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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With inflation lingering, labor costs rising, and potential tariffs threatening imports — 15% of the U.S. food supply is imported, including 32% of fresh vegetables, 55% of fresh fruit, and 94% of seafood — the cost of putting food on the table is surging.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Dining centers around the Pool Bar, where fresh California flavors meet poolside favorites—think local cod ceviche, vegan Caesar salad, and housemade potato chips with herb dip.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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“Vernal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vernal. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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