full moon

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The term - a bomber's moon - refers to a bright full moon during World War Two that illuminated the landscape almost like daylight, making it easier for aircrews to navigate and strike their targets.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

“She was born under a full moon in the arms of mother nature. The jaguars taught her to run, the birds to fly,” her intro video intoned.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

This ensures the holiday lands on the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the spring equinox.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

A full moon rises over Glastonbury Tor in Somerset, England.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

The full moon rose as the sun set.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer