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sunset

[suhn-set] / ˈsʌnˌsɛt /


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In Los Angeles, for example, the earliest sunrise occurs before the solstice, while the latest sunset takes place afterward.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

“I’m going to be able to ride into that cinematic sunset on the broken horse called movies.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

They met while shooting her campaign advertisements and he proposed to her while surfing in the sunset.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The tariff deal now includes a sunset clause under which regulation will cease to apply at the end of 2029 unless it is extended.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The first stars were appearing in the fading light of the sunset.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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