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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a halcyon era following the American Civil War
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as in thriving
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically
during those early halcyon years the company's potential for growth seemed unlimited
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Recent Examples of halcyon
The ensuing bust caused massive unfunded pension liabilities, as funding levels fell far below those halcyon days.
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Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
Yet even in their halcyon days, experimental colleges never became as financially well off nor as prestigious as their mainstream competitors.
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Austin Sarat,
The Conversation,
17 Apr. 2026
But here from West Palm Beach’s cheap seats, people scurrying inside glass conjures up those halcyon summers of magnifying glasses, ants and mean kids.
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Pat Beall,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
Park City will always be the shining city on a hill — or, mountain top — where the halcyon days of American independent film played out.
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Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for halcyon
Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
Yet even in their halcyon days, experimental colleges never became as financially well off nor as prestigious as their mainstream competitors.
—
Austin Sarat,
The Conversation,
17 Apr. 2026
But here from West Palm Beach’s cheap seats, people scurrying inside glass conjures up those halcyon summers of magnifying glasses, ants and mean kids.
—
Pat Beall,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
Park City will always be the shining city on a hill — or, mountain top — where the halcyon days of American independent film played out.
—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for halcyon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for halcyon
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Located right across the water from Miami, Key Biscayne is filled with tranquil experiences in nature, delicious dining options with incredible views of the water, and even a little bit of history to explore.
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The tranquil beauty of Virginia’s river life unfolds like a folk melody at this waterfront inn located on a private peninsula.
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Despite a thriving local soccer scene and success in competition abroad, the only time the country appeared in the tournament was in Mexico in 1970.
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We’re inspired by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.
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The main institutional index of US row-crop land finished up a fraction over the prior year, the kind of placid result that has made farmland a favorite of pension funds looking for calm.
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In that moment, a salmon does a porpoising roll in the placid pool about 30 feet below me and out about 60 feet from shore.
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The kernels should develop dark golden spots without becoming overly blackened.
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The Thrissur Vadakkunnathan temple’s annual Pooram parade features about 100 elephants adorned in golden headgear and colorful silk caparisons.
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The project was set for Brownie Wise Park in Kissimmee, a serene 25-acre area purchased and conserved by the county for over a decade and popular for its walking trails.
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Completed in 1968 atop a steep hillside in Corte Madera, about 15 miles north of San Francisco, the cantilevered residence is equal parts bold architectural experiment and serene woodland sanctuary.
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Hamilton championed the bank as a necessary component for building a prosperous America with a stable financial system.
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Infrastructure, education, healthcare and utilities have all benefitted and Botswana is now viewed as one of the continent’s most stable and prosperous economies.
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What was once a quiet corner of the terminal – your reward for loyalty or a hefty annual fee – has turned into a cafeteria for the masses.
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Rather than succumb to the misery of its subject matter, Union County is about the quiet, tedious, and remarkable work that is getting and staying sober — the final product a testament to all that can be achieved.
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Some of the renovations have been successful; fountains are running anew, including the long-dormant cascading water feature at the city’s popular Meridian Hill Park.
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Live Local also disrupts years of successful and careful planning by the city to promote compatible, consistent development in neighborhoods like Wynwood.
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“Halcyon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/halcyon. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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