1
as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a halcyon era following the American Civil War
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as in golden
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 world has shifted off its axis since that relatively halcyon time when identity politics, the subject of FastHorse’s farce, could be debated, mocked, ranted over and defended without fear of governmental reprisal.
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Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2025
Those halcyon days appear soaked in an ethereal lighting to convey nostalgia.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 8 May 2025
Last year, all that suddenly and dramatically changed; her halcyon routine perished in the flames of political warfare.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Jan. 2025
Gone are the halcyon years of unshakeable American commitment to Europe’s defense against Russia.
—Joseph Ataman, CNN, 16 Mar. 2025
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Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2025
Those halcyon days appear soaked in an ethereal lighting to convey nostalgia.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 8 May 2025
Last year, all that suddenly and dramatically changed; her halcyon routine perished in the flames of political warfare.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Jan. 2025
Gone are the halcyon years of unshakeable American commitment to Europe’s defense against Russia.
—Joseph Ataman, CNN, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for halcyon
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Explore camping, great outdoors at area parks The Tawas area features opportunities for outdoor exploration at state and local parks and beyond. Area trails, including along the Lake Huron shoreline, offer a tranquil environment to walk, hike or bike.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
27 July 2025
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Just as the fish rise to the surface when the water is calm, your best ideas may surface when your mind is tranquil and wandering during an evening shower.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
10 July 2025
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Over in Superman’s home of Metropolis, the domed ceiling is covered in clever projections and paintings of a sky at golden hour which seems to stretch endlessly into the horizon.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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The golden tone is remarkably neutral, flattering a range of skin tones without skewing too yellow or bronze.—
Claire Sullivan,
Footwear News,
1 Aug. 2025
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Waterfall whirlpools, placid gardens and a private pool reserved exclusively for spa guests help complete this transformative outing.—
Katie Lara,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Silvery birch trees dominate the foreground, while a rocky outcrop frames the aurora dancing through the sky above, which is reflected in a placid pool of water between the trunks.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
13 July 2025
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Although television viewership has declined, the wrestling industry today is financially thriving due to revenue streams such as media rights deals, sponsorships, and live events.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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Far from the central city of Bari, and challenging to maintain, even those that remained farms were no longer independent and thriving communities.—
Aileen Weintraub,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 July 2025
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But Mitchell is based in the altogether more serene surroundings of Ealing, west London, in the same studio that brings SailGP to our TV screens.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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Her name whispers of gentle waves, depth and a soothing light, a haven bright and serene, wild as the sea.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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Vanguard, which Bogle set up to be owned by its investors, has produced a lot of prosperous retirees but zero money-manager billionaires.—
Hank Tucker,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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And stronger economic growth means more job creation and more prosperous households and businesses.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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Accessible only by boat, the island features quiet trails, pebble beaches, and one campsite on the north end.—
Katherine Lawless,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
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At least the Cubs can take heart knowing the 64-44 Brewers, their chief rival in the NL Central, also stayed quiet.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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Our palmy years began way before Hollywood and the enormous hillside onetime real estate sign of that name.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Serve a crisp cookie with each serving, such as a butter cookie or palmier.—
Cathy Thomas,
Orange County Register,
22 Oct. 2024
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“Halcyon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/halcyon. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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