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 But with my real plant, the sunlight also links to photosynthesis, which is vital for its development. Maria Balaska, TIME, 25 Jan. 2025 The copious amounts of sunlight in the film can make for a monotonous sameness, and for all her efforts to seem cool, Dynevor’s stoicism falls flat against that backdrop. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Jan. 2025 Morning sunlight prompts cortisol production, boosting energy, while evening darkness triggers melatonin, preparing us for rest. Maria Sokolina, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025 Xcel Energy recommends: Opening the curtains during the day to increase heat through direct sunlight. Graeme Taskerud, The Denver Post, 18 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for sunlight 

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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunlight. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.

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