as in evening
a later period of one's life
literary fame did not arrive until the afternoon of her life
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Recent Examples of afternoon
The property’s design leans heavily on indoor-outdoor principles, including al fresco showers and plenty of breezy spaces for afternoon naps and aperitifs.
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2025
John Ramsey, the father of the 6-year-old beauty queen who was killed at her Boulder, Colorado, home, met with local law enforcement Monday afternoon to advocate for a thorough review and new testing of crime scene evidence in his daughter’s case.
—Jean Casarez, CNN, 28 Jan. 2025
Rates include all meals (including an afternoon tea), the use of amenities like a sauna and hot tub at the spa, and activities that include horseback riding, fishing, hiking, canoeing, and archery in the summer and snow tubing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing in the winter.
—Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
The photo, taken in the White House’s Yellow Oval Room, was released to the press on Monday afternoon.
—Asher Notheis, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 27 Jan. 2025
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2025
John Ramsey, the father of the 6-year-old beauty queen who was killed at her Boulder, Colorado, home, met with local law enforcement Monday afternoon to advocate for a thorough review and new testing of crime scene evidence in his daughter’s case.
—Jean Casarez, CNN, 28 Jan. 2025
Rates include all meals (including an afternoon tea), the use of amenities like a sauna and hot tub at the spa, and activities that include horseback riding, fishing, hiking, canoeing, and archery in the summer and snow tubing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing in the winter.
—Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
The photo, taken in the White House’s Yellow Oval Room, was released to the press on Monday afternoon.
—Asher Notheis, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for afternoon
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The Baltimore County Democratic Central Committee is holding interviews Tuesday evening to determine who will fill the senate seat left vacant by new County Executive Kathy Klausmeier.—
Hannah Gaskill,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Jan. 2025
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Top trends: Rich, dark brown tones, the resurgence of tweed and tartan fabrics, versatile tailoring from boxy and relaxed to sharp and sculptural silhouettes, diverse trouser styles ranging from pencil slim to wide and fluid, bold statement outerwear, and elevated evening and occasion wear.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
27 Jan. 2025
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In the case of cervical cancer, which is largely considered preventable, screening recommendations span ages 21 to 65—fully covering women ages 30 to 44 in whom rates are rising—making this trend especially troubling to Siegel.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
23 Jan. 2025
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So far, just one death has been recorded in Louisiana in a patient over age 65 who had underlying medical conditions.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
23 Jan. 2025
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April and October fall within the spring and autumn seasons, offering pleasant weather conditions that are ideal for exploring the picturesque island.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Filming started on a second series in the autumn, the tabloid said, but 51-year-old Fielding did not return after the Holidays.—
Lily Ford,
The Hollywood Reporter,
16 Jan. 2025
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Back to Moravia — and his gift for physical description: The courtyard lay deserted in the bleak, subdued twilight of a sultry day.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
13 Jan. 2025
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Sunrise scene of Seoul downtown city skyline, Aerial view of N Seoul Tower at Namsan Park in twilight sky in morning.—
Amala Balakrishner,Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Afternoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/afternoon. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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