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as in daytime
the hours of light between one night and the next
during the day, we like to go play ball in the park
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as in morning
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance
at the break of day I was relieved to realize that I had survived another night in the wilderness
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Recent Examples of day
The loss of immigrant businesses would be felt in day to day life, Feltman explained.
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Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025
There’s under a 30% chance for rain during the days and dry conditions in the evenings.
▪ Sunday forecast.
—Miami Herald, 14 July 2025
From over-the-top challenges, dramatic eliminations, jaw-dropping moments, iconic bombshells and even a surprise appearance from Megan Thee Stallion, audiences were hooked to their TV screens for six days a week since its premiere.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 14 July 2025
While unconfirmed, sources say the film revolves around the period at the artificial intelligence company OpenAI in 2023 that saw CEO Sam Altman fired and rehired in a matter of days.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 July 2025
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Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 14 July 2025
There’s under a 30% chance for rain during the days and dry conditions in the evenings.
▪ Sunday forecast.
—Miami Herald, 14 July 2025
From over-the-top challenges, dramatic eliminations, jaw-dropping moments, iconic bombshells and even a surprise appearance from Megan Thee Stallion, audiences were hooked to their TV screens for six days a week since its premiere.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 14 July 2025
While unconfirmed, sources say the film revolves around the period at the artificial intelligence company OpenAI in 2023 that saw CEO Sam Altman fired and rehired in a matter of days.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for day
Noun
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Concierges can help plan daytime activities for all ages.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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There are five nominees and one winner in each category; however, some categories, like daytime drama program and daytime personality – daily, have fewer.—
Nikki Sternberg,
HollywoodReporter,
10 July 2025
Noun
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At the time of the incident, Trump was in Washington, D.C., when Shaw allegedly drove what was described by law enforcement as a Mercedes van to the south gate of Mar-a-Lago shortly before 10 p.m. and parked along Southern Boulevard.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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This past season, Thrun, a Harvard alum, appeared in 60 games, had 12 points, and averaged 17:31 of ice time.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Amtrak warned riders to expect delays on the Northeast Corridor line Tuesday morning, following torrential downpours and flooding in the New York region overnight.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
15 July 2025
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That’s how much was added to Nvidia’s market capitalization as shares surged Tuesday morning.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Let there be light: This modern desk lamp is designed to intelligently illuminate your space by tracking local daylight to automatically balance the brightness and color temperature.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 July 2025
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Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
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Updated July 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Swiatek is now the eighth different winner in the last eight years, following on from the Serena Williams era.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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And, heading into the DOGE era, New Mexico was home to more than 22,000 federal employees in a workforce of less than 900,000.—
Scott Cohn,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
Noun
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Wake early this morning — about 45 minutes before sunrise — and look east-northeast for one of the loveliest sky scenes of the month.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Flags will be at half-staff through sunrise on Monday, July 14.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 July 2025
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Then, spend a quiet afternoon reading ensconced on the lounge chairs outside your villa, or take the winding stairs down the cliff to your own private watering hole.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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The chance of showers continues Tuesday in the morning and early afternoon, picking back up in the evening with a possible thunderstorm.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
14 July 2025
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Among the graffiti was a drawing of a crying woman with a distinct Flavian period hairstyle, as well as the Greek alphabet.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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Over that same period, the state has invested in new transportation and development projects, like the WALK rail bridge spanning the Norwalk River, and the Connecticut River bridge connecting Old Saybrook and Old Lyme.—
Janhavi Munde,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2025
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“Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/day. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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