Definition of sunlightnext
as in sun
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves let's raise the shades and let in some sunlight

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Recent Examples of sunlight This ensures all areas of the hedge receive as much sunlight as possible to maintain foliage on lower portions of the planting. Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 May 2026 How to Care for Container Roses Roses need adequate sunlight, well-draining soil, consistent moisture, and regular fertilization to encourage growth and healthy annual blooming. Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 16 May 2026 An afternoon stroll with Oscar (Diego Calva), who begins as Arlo’s social worker and becomes Peter’s love interest, is invitingly honey-colored in the sunlight, while a druggy nightclub hookup devolves into a dreamy blur of body parts. Alison Willmore, Vulture, 15 May 2026 Engineers designed the system for spacecraft operating in the outer solar system, where sunlight becomes too weak for solar panels to work efficiently. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunlight
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  • After a day in the sun, unwind at La Casa sul Mare, where airy accommodations offer sea views, and linger over plates of seafood pastas at Da Mariano.
    Nicky Swallow, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
  • Lastly, the mighty sun ventures into Gemini on May 20 for the month ahead — so happy birthday to all of you Geminis out there!
    Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
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  • When Phuong Mai Nguyen first landed in Southern California, she was struck by the sunshine.
    David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2026
  • Looking for sunshine in a bowl?
    Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 May 2026

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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunlight. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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