as in dusks
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
eventide was their favorite time for enjoying a quiet respite in the backyard
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Some fans will have purchased alternative plane tickets and booked extra hotel nights, anticipating a change that never came.
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An extreme heat warning remains in effect for Philadelphia, with heat index values potentially reaching 110 degrees, posing significant health risks, especially for vulnerable populations, as warm nights offer no respite.
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The sunsets and people watching at this hotel are both 10 out of 10.
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Warm evenings, late sunsets, and relaxing summer nights set the stage for a month filled with celestial highlights from a pair of meteor showers to beautiful moon pairings and the luminous core of the Milky Way stretching across the sky.
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Schools and workplaces open at night, construction sites buzz in the small hours under massive floodlights, and outdoor recreation takes place in the twilights of dawn and dusk.
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But the tangy, clean scent of sea spray and radiant purple-pink twilights make the planning more than worth it.
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In addition to the dangerous heat, there is a chance for a few pop-up storms, mainly Friday and Saturday evenings.
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Outside, additional impressive amenities are found, including the heated pool with stunning mountain views, spacious terraces with seating areas and a fire pit that's perfect for cozying up on chilly evenings.
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“Eventides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eventides. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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