as in age
a later period of one's life
with autumn came a mellowness of spirit that she had never shown before
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Recent Examples of autumn
Sanjar has determined that the most opportune time for this work is summer, when pythons begin to accumulate reserves for the breeding season, which occurs in late autumn.
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Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
As the seasons shift, the autumn finale brings hope for rejuvenation.
—William Earl, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026
The most desirable feature among hollies is their bright berries, which ripen in autumn and tend to linger throughout winter.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Foliage may turn burgundy-maroon in autumn.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
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Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
As the seasons shift, the autumn finale brings hope for rejuvenation.
—William Earl, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026
The most desirable feature among hollies is their bright berries, which ripen in autumn and tend to linger throughout winter.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Foliage may turn burgundy-maroon in autumn.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for autumn
Noun
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In 1986, riding the long shot Ferdinand, Bill Shoemaker became the oldest jockey to win the Kentucky Derby at age 54.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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For families There are no age restrictions for younger guests, although the atmosphere is quite calm and grown-up plus there are no specific children’s amenities or facilities in the restaurant.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
Noun
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The other man, who was not in custody, had not been formally charged as of Thursday afternoon.—
Alicia Fabbre,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The borough's police department posted on Facebook Tuesday afternoon, saying Monday evening, a juvenile was going at high speed on an e-bike.—
Chilekasi Adele,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Venus Venus hangs at practically the same height, moderately low in the west-northwest during evening twilight throughout the month of May.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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For now, Brown is savoring his first Oaks win that almost seemed inevitable considering how Always A Runner ran patiently and confidently before turning it through the final turn in the twilight.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
Noun
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The morning appetite is a different animal from its midday and evening counterparts; there is no growing anticipation, no gradual negotiation, no consideration of snacks or other stopgaps.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
3 May 2026
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Loyola confirmed Hughes’ death on its athletics website Saturday evening.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
Noun
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In the winter cold, men climbed leafless trees to see the President-elect speak.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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In it, Suu Kyi said little beyond describing the changing seasons from her cell in Myanmar's capital, Naypyidaw – from the discomforts of the cold in winter, to the summer heat.—
Lorcan Lovett,
NPR,
3 May 2026
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“Autumn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/autumn. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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