vernal

adjective

Definition of vernalnext
as in youthful

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Recent Examples of vernal Each year, the plaza at Lincoln Center goes through a vernal transformation, its formal granite parterre converted to a busy dance floor with twinkling lights, part of the center’s Summer for the City programming. — Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 22 May 2026 The vernal atmosphere of May is encouraging us all to gather newness around us and refresh our lives for the spring season. — Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 7 May 2026 As a final touch, Blanchett wore rosy blush and glossy pink lipstick, and switched up the texture of her bob with some soft, beachy waves that beautifully complimented the venue's vernal theme. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026 Ask a park staff member about Enchanted Rocks’ fairy shrimp, which live in vernal pools on the rock, swim upside down, and somehow survive dry season. — Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vernal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vernal
  1. youthful
  2. young
  3. modern
  4. recent
  5. fresh
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  • McElwee’s brother, having followed their father into the medical profession, received mentorship and experienced the glow of paternal pride, whereas McElwee’s youthful filmmaking vocation was met with bewilderment and doubt.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 10 July 2026
  • The Grammy-winning Australian singer has been going viral for his youthful physique after appearing shirtless during a recent performance.
    — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Definition of youthful
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  • Be vigilant about never leaving young children and pets in vehicles without supervision, especially during periods of intense heat, as car interiors can quickly become extremely hot.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
  • Hundreds of people, mostly young, gathered in Kyiv Thursday to protest Fedorov’s departure.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
Definition of young
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  • While newer schools featured modern amenities, Windsor Middle had largely remained unchanged.
    — Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 14 July 2026
  • The old supermarket-style, functional interiors are gone, and in their place are sleek architectural details, a scattering of midcentury modern furniture and colorful LED screens broadcasting the M&S seasonal campaigns.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
Definition of modern
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  • In recent months, drone sightings in Nikopol have increased from two or three per day to about three every hour, day and night, Varytsev says.
    — Daria Tarasova-Markina, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • But his most recent one over the All-Star break showed notable progress, as general manager Brandon Gomes told Roberts.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 18 July 2026
Definition of recent
Adjective
  • The sauce painted over the surface is thick like puree, with a vibrant, all encompassing, fresh tomato flavor.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • The Biscoff cookie crust and fresh melon filling in this pie require absolutely no baking or cooking.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
Definition of fresh

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“Vernal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vernal. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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