vernal

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Recent Examples of vernal The vernal atmosphere of May is encouraging us all to gather newness around us and refresh our lives for the spring season. Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 7 May 2026 As a final touch, Blanchett wore rosy blush and glossy pink lipstick, and switched up the texture of her bob with some soft, beachy waves that beautifully complimented the venue's vernal theme. Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026 Ask a park staff member about Enchanted Rocks’ fairy shrimp, which live in vernal pools on the rock, swim upside down, and somehow survive dry season. Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026 Well, the vernal equinox, or start of spring, is fixed as March 21. Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vernal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vernal
Adjective
  • With its stylish squid kids blasting each other while dressed in the freshest urban styles, the Splatoon franchise is Nintendo’s most modern and youthful series.
    Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026
  • That’s where Monday found the Nets, between youthful belief and organizational patience.
    C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 29 June 2026
Adjective
  • As adult influencers dominate online fashion culture, and tweens and teens see the same content as adults, there are fewer spaces for young people to develop styles of their own.
    Sophie Lou Wilson, Vogue, 2 July 2026
  • While veterans jockey for new contracts during free agency, young players are getting their tryout opportunities with NBA summer league games beginning this week.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Adjective
  • Given modern advances, many organizations are turning towards auto-triaging by AI services and other digital tools to help ease the burden for physicians.
    Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • One non-negotiable of the modern footballer is good coffee.
    Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 29 June 2026
Adjective
  • In another recent study on the impact of AI on jobs, the California AI-unemployment tracker examined the state across industries, education levels and region and highlighted some worrying trends.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
  • While in line with recent guidance from the Department of Energy, the recommendation drew the ire of a number of Republicans.
    Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Adjective
  • The sauce painted over the surface is thick like puree, with a vibrant, all encompassing, fresh tomato flavor.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • The Biscoff cookie crust and fresh melon filling in this pie require absolutely no baking or cooking.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 July 2026

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“Vernal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vernal. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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