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a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
in its heyday, the circus was a major form of entertainment for small-town America
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Recent Examples of heyday
During the 1950s and 1960s, considered by many to be America’s manufacturing heyday, the U.S. had an average tariff rate of 10 percent.
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Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025
Those without international crowds are grappling with falling domestic demand, which is down 75% since the country’s skiing’s heyday in the early 1990s.
—Monica Pitrelli, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Box office gross from American films in China has drastically declined since the heyday of 2012-2019 prior to the pandemic, but the Chinese market remains a key financial contributor for U.S. studios.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
Dave Allen, the bassist who played with Gang of Four in their heyday, died at home with his family on Saturday, April 5, the band announced on social media.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 7 Apr. 2025
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Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025
Those without international crowds are grappling with falling domestic demand, which is down 75% since the country’s skiing’s heyday in the early 1990s.
—Monica Pitrelli, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Box office gross from American films in China has drastically declined since the heyday of 2012-2019 prior to the pandemic, but the Chinese market remains a key financial contributor for U.S. studios.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
Dave Allen, the bassist who played with Gang of Four in their heyday, died at home with his family on Saturday, April 5, the band announced on social media.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heyday
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Scoop up our top finds to make your home stand out above the rest, including a darling bistro set that’s perfect for enjoying coffee in the morning, hanging lantern lights that provide a warm and welcoming glow, and large flower pots to hold seasonal blooms.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2025
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Jason Oppenheim and Jessica Vargas' relationship is in full bloom.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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There is no question Chavez Jr. is far past his prime.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Toronto Maple Leafs 2024-25 stats: 26 goals, 99 points Current contract: 6 years, $65.4 million On pace for the first 100-point season of his NHL career, Marner represents the kind of blue-chip player that rarely hits the open market in his prime.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Later, inspired by the American centennial in 1876, 'Colonial revival' homes emerged, with interiors more formal and highly decorated than their predecessor.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2025
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The revival of the Emmy-winning comedy didn’t entirely surprise Goldstein.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Many recalled his legacy as the first pope from Latin America, and the first Jesuit to reach the pinnacle of church hierarchy, one who stressed humility over hubris for a church beset with scandal and indifference.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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This term refers to a degree of competence that suggests the individual is among the small fraction of people who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Heyday.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heyday. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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