sun·shine
ˈsən-ˌshīn 
1
a
: the sun's light or direct rays
b
: the warmth and light given by the sun's rays
c
: a spot or surface on which the sun's light shines
2
: someone or something (such as a person, condition, or influence) that radiates warmth, cheer, or happiness
3
: forbidding or restricting closed meetings of legislative or executive bodies and sometimes providing for public access to records
sunshine laws
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Noun
Today's forecast calls for sunshine.
Let's go out and enjoy the sunshine!
She was the kind of person who brought sunshine into people's lives.
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Chuck Murr, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Most of the Heartbreakers contributed to Petty’s solo debut, but the album is defined by how the California sunshine of Petty’s 12-string guitars is run through the crisp, glossy sound Lynne had perfected with ELO.
—Al Shipley, SPIN, 1 Nov. 2024
Gerry Díaz, San Francisco Chronicle, 5 Jan. 2023
Is sunshine protective against melanoma of the vulva?
—Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 15 May 2012
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Noun
For the past six weeks, Clarke displayed his skills in the warm sunshine of the Arizona Fall League.
—Chuck Murr, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Most of the Heartbreakers contributed to Petty’s solo debut, but the album is defined by how the California sunshine of Petty’s 12-string guitars is run through the crisp, glossy sound Lynne had perfected with ELO.
—Al Shipley, SPIN, 1 Nov. 2024
Adjective
Runoff from Wednesday in low-lying parts of the Mission, Noe Valley and pockets of the west side will linger through Thursday afternoon, gradually dropping off as skies clear and sunshine returns.
—Gerry Díaz, San Francisco Chronicle, 5 Jan. 2023
Is sunshine protective against melanoma of the vulva?
—Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 15 May 2012
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“Sunshine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunshine. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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