Definition of sunlightnext
as in sun
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves let's raise the shades and let in some sunlight

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Recent Examples of sunlight Not with these linen panels that Malek Barney recommends—the thicker fabric strikes that Goldilocks balance between privacy and natural light, letting sunlight gently filter through while still shielding your space from prying eyes. Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 22 June 2026 Skiers wear goggles because snow can reflect sunlight like a mirror. Adam Annaccone, The Conversation, 22 June 2026 Bright, direct sun or dense shade will damage many varieties, though some—like royal ferns and cinnamon ferns—grow well with direct sunlight. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 22 June 2026 In other words, some of the available sunlight is left on the table. New Atlas, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunlight
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  • The terrain is rocky, with vineyards clinging to steep limestone slopes, simultaneously warmed by the sun and cooled by salty Adriatic breezes.
    Tia Lovisa Moreira, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
  • Other methods to reduce the harm from sweltering temperatures include more breaks and flexible shifts so workers can avoid the midday sun, according to the WHO.
    Christopher Cann, USA Today, 2 July 2026
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  • According to AccuWeather, heat domes can also prevent clouds from forming, increasing sunshine that boosts temperatures.
    Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Housing, public health, transportation, emergency preparedness, reliable energy, healthcare capacity, and neighborhood design for the unique needs of older people will become as important to successful aging as sunshine and tax rates once were.
    Joseph Coughlin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunlight. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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