sky

noun

ˈskī How to pronounce sky (audio)
Definition of skynext
1
as in blue
the expanse of air surrounding the earth the sky usually looks deep blue on a bright clear day

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2
as in heaven
a dwelling place of perfect happiness for the soul after death a belief that warriors felled in battle will be raised to the sky

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Recent Examples of sky Re-imagine the night sky, simultaneously tranquil and disquieting, as straw, gold leaf, wood, wire, and sediment mimic thick, impasto brushstrokes to pay homage to one of art history’s most captivating swirls. — Natasha Gural, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025 During a visit, guests can keep their eyes to the skies in search of American goshawks and bald eagles all throughout the year, while summer brings the opportunity to spot a wealth of migratory species including the upland sandpiper, Bohemian waxwing and snow bunting. — Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 On Monday afternoon, the family gathered by the Trinity River and released blue balloons in the sky in Jonas’ memory, according to a social media post. — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Mar. 2025 The final image is a combination of different exposures taken separately for the sky, foreground, and the moon itself. — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 25 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sky
  1. blue
  2. heaven
  3. bliss
  4. skyline
  5. paradise
  6. horizon
  7. firmament
Noun
  • The boys in blue enter the 2025 season with confidence after making their first playoff appearance in a decade last fall.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2025
  • The projector has a four-channel light source: red, green, and two blues.
    — PCMAG, PCMAG, 24 Mar. 2025
Definition of blue
Noun
  • Every minute of every day, our cars and phones look to the heavens for guidance.
    — Luis E. Romero, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • So if the seemingly changing motions of the heavens could be predicted, maybe earthly events could be, too.
    — James Byrne, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of heaven
Noun
  • Chair Yoga with Susie, experience bliss and wellbeing.
    — Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Eventually, Frank wants to be on the receiving end of his own unquenchable lust, and perhaps Rick wants something similar—to be on the receiving end of his own insatiable rage, and experience the bliss of death.
    — Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of bliss
Noun
  • The property looks right over the Bay to the San Francisco skyline and the setting sun.
    — John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Named after the man who penned the national anthem during the War of 1812, the Key Bridge was a beloved feature of Baltimore’s skyline and a symbol of its proud working-class history.
    — Lea Skene, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
Definition of skyline
Noun
  • Caribbean countries have long enticed business leaders and investors seeking their slice of island paradise.
    — Jean Francois Harvey, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
  • That all changes today, with the news that Corona Island, as the tropical paradise is officially known, is officially open to the public.
    — Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of paradise
Noun
  • For some observers, an eclipsed sun will appear on the eastern horizon at sunrise — if skies are clear — as the moon blocks up to 93% of the sun.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 15 Mar. 2025
  • With the installation open until October 19, Anadol hopes that visitors will leave inspired to imagine new creative horizons.
    — Chris Erik Thomas, ARTnews.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of horizon
Noun
  • Her take on her hit, performed from a stage set like a messy bedsit, complete with washing machine, was the night’s most compelling musical moment and confirmation of a bright new star in the dimming U.K. firmament.
    — Mark Sutherland, Variety, 2 Mar. 2025
  • Prices are, accordingly, among the highest in the steakhouse firmament, though slightly lower than those at The Grill and Bourbon Steak.
    — John Mariani, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Definition of firmament

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