as in sun
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves spent a week at the shore soaking up the sunshine and salt air

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Recent Examples of sunshine After all, a pretty pale hue can’t help but call to mind the season’s natural beauty: flowers returning to bloom, tiny leaf buds on branches, and the first warm days of sunshine. Alice Nardiotti, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2025 In the frame right behind him, smiling in the sunshine, was Jody Wilson-Raybould, Canada’s new justice minister and attorney general. Paula Newton, CNN, 14 Mar. 2025 The Algarve appeals to most prospective expats who enjoy a mild climate, abundant sunshine, beautiful coastlines, friendly communities, and active lifestyle. Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 The region will get off to a warm, sunny start in April, with balmy temperatures continuing throughout the month San Luis Obispo County weather will follow a similar pattern — sunshine followed by showers and cool temperatures — in late March, the Old Farmer’s Almanac said in its forecast. Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunshine

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“Sunshine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunshine. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.

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