as in dusks
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
the glow of the western sky at sunset
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Recent Examples of sunsets
Wind appears in both poetic and dramatic moments, along with shifts in light, sunsets, and so on.
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Ben Croll, Variety, 19 May 2026
The sunsets here are arguably the best on the South Shore, overlooking the boats in the marina and city skyline.
—Cheryl Maguire, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
Tuckers Tavern is another elevated pick, ideal for burgers and a raw bar, while Skipper Dipper is where generations of families line up after dinner for towering ice cream cones that melt almost as quickly as the sunsets over the bay.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
But even for those who believe orange sunsets are an ode to the Broncos must acknowledge the challenge ahead.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 May 2026
Above the city, Le Panorama Rooftop and pool deck offer sweeping views of the French Riviera, Mediterranean sunsets, private cabanas, cocktail service and a more relaxed escape from the festival crowds.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
In Key West, grab a cold one at the famed Sloppy Joe’s bar, see the famous five-toed cats at the Ernest Hemingway Home, dive into history at the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, and watch the glorious sunsets at Mallory Square.
—Lisa A. Beach, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
Tangerine Dream When choosing your color, why not take your cue from the season’s sunsets?
—Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 10 May 2026
No enrichment, no sunsets On the nuclear issue, former Israeli National Security Advisor Yaakov Amidror said Israel’s position remains uncompromising.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Ben Croll, Variety, 19 May 2026
The sunsets here are arguably the best on the South Shore, overlooking the boats in the marina and city skyline.
—Cheryl Maguire, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
Tuckers Tavern is another elevated pick, ideal for burgers and a raw bar, while Skipper Dipper is where generations of families line up after dinner for towering ice cream cones that melt almost as quickly as the sunsets over the bay.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
But even for those who believe orange sunsets are an ode to the Broncos must acknowledge the challenge ahead.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 May 2026
Above the city, Le Panorama Rooftop and pool deck offer sweeping views of the French Riviera, Mediterranean sunsets, private cabanas, cocktail service and a more relaxed escape from the festival crowds.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
In Key West, grab a cold one at the famed Sloppy Joe’s bar, see the famous five-toed cats at the Ernest Hemingway Home, dive into history at the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, and watch the glorious sunsets at Mallory Square.
—Lisa A. Beach, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
Tangerine Dream When choosing your color, why not take your cue from the season’s sunsets?
—Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 10 May 2026
No enrichment, no sunsets On the nuclear issue, former Israeli National Security Advisor Yaakov Amidror said Israel’s position remains uncompromising.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunsets
Noun
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Schools and workplaces open at night, construction sites buzz in the small hours under massive floodlights, and outdoor recreation takes place in the twilights of dawn and dusk.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
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But the tangy, clean scent of sea spray and radiant purple-pink twilights make the planning more than worth it.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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That said, Evermore's summer programming—beach DJs, movie nights on the sand, a resident sand sculpting artist, and holiday weekend events like a July 4th carnival and Labor Day Bay Games—makes staying put genuinely tempting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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One thing is dropping Friday nights, one thing is dropping a band.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Having dinner at their house reminded me so much of evenings with my mother, my father, and my brother.—
Roberto Prieto,
Variety,
19 May 2026
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These free, family‑friendly evenings offer popcorn, fresh air and a relaxed way to spend time with neighbors.—
Debby Rice,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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“Sunsets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunsets. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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