as in night
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
from morn to eve the settlers toiled to eke a living from the harsh land
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Recent Examples of eve
On the eve of the new millennium, a group of townie misfits gain superpowers in The Wonderfools, a new Netflix K-drama that reunites Extraordinary Attorney Woo star Park Eun-bin with director Yoo In-sik.
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Kayti Burt, Time, 15 May 2026
On the eve of the visit, the White House suggested there could be announcements on trade between the two nations, including soybeans, and aircraft.
—Jan Camenzind Broomby, NPR, 14 May 2026
The Rams will play in six prime-time games this season, including a showdown with the Green Bay Packers in the first ever game on Thanksgiving eve.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Fahim, now 30, pleaded guilty to the killings on the eve of trial.
—Sean Emery, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
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Kayti Burt, Time, 15 May 2026
On the eve of the visit, the White House suggested there could be announcements on trade between the two nations, including soybeans, and aircraft.
—Jan Camenzind Broomby, NPR, 14 May 2026
The Rams will play in six prime-time games this season, including a showdown with the Green Bay Packers in the first ever game on Thanksgiving eve.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Fahim, now 30, pleaded guilty to the killings on the eve of trial.
—Sean Emery, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eve
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James Ward Thursday night’s California governor debate underscored just how unsettled — and contentious — the race has become, with candidates repeatedly clashing over crime, election integrity, reproductive rights, and the balance of power between state and local government.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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All eyes were on the Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) X Division Championship on Thursday night as Leon Slater looked to retain the title over Cedric Alexander and solidify himself as the longest-reigning X Division champion in the company’s history.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The couple rented out Sloomoo Institute, an immersive slime experience, in New York City on Wednesday evening, May 13, to celebrate their son turning 4 alongside close family and friends.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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That ended the starter’s latest erratic evening.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2026
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Photographer Gary Hershorn captured a dazzling photo of Venus shining to the left of the crescent moon above the One World Trade Center on May 18, as the glow of dusk illuminated the New York City skyline.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
20 May 2026
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Volvo knows from experience that moose are serious traffic hazards, especially at dusk and dawn.—
Kristin Shaw,
ArsTechnica,
20 May 2026
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The other headliners are rising pop star Zara Larsson, Grammy darling Brandi Carlile, lesbian pop band MUNA, and Carly Rae Jepsen doing a special sunset performance.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
18 May 2026
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In the image, the actress sat in the sand at sunset beside the child, who appeared bundled in a teddy-bear-style outfit, as the pair looked out toward the ocean.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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When To See Jupiter Join The Sky Show The crescent moon’s journey through the twilight sky continues over the following evenings.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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James could set a precedent of star players spending their twilight years in glamor markets on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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“Eve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eve. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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