epochs

noun

Definition of epochsnext
plural of epoch
as in days
an extent of time associated with a particular person or thing Sir Isaac Newton is usually credited with establishing the epoch of modern science

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  1. days
  2. eras
  3. periods
  4. times
Noun
  • Apple Loop brings you seven days worth of highlights every weekend here on Forbes.
    Ewan Spence, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The biggest Oktoberfest in the world still unfolds in Munich, where the annual party draws some 6 million visitors over 16 days.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of days
Noun
  • Others are valued for their historical and archaeological significance, offering a window into past eras and ancient cultures.
    Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
  • The recent transition between Wheel of Fortune eras has been full of poignant moments.
    EW.com, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of eras
Noun
  • This compares to a net loss of $5,299,962 and $14,458,548 for the same periods in 2023.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Red Rock Resorts continues to focus on its Las Vegas operations, with no Native American management activity reported in the current or prior year periods.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of periods
Noun
  • And Americans who have flown private before are three times more likely to trust private pilots over commercial ones.
    Ben Kesslen, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
  • This, along with self-service brewing stations, increased hiring efforts, and redesigned store layouts, is expected to reduce wait times, especially during peak hours.
    Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of times
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