as in night
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
from morn to eve the settlers toiled to eke a living from the harsh land
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Recent Examples of eve
By the numbers: The highest police overtime costs — $1.6 million — were for Vice President Harris' Election Day eve rally outside the art museum, according to the outlet.
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Mike D'onofrio, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
The movie has shattered record after record since its launch on Thanksgiving eve, serving up a massive $221 million for the five-day weekend, including $135.3 million from Friday to Sunday.
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Dec. 2024
On the eve of its release, director David Tedeschi and producer Margaret Bodde discuss with Billboard about the challenges of making the story fresh again, the surprises in the editing suite and the role Scorsese had in shaping the narrative of the film.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 29 Nov. 2024
Woods was one of 19 Thanksgiving eve pardons by Newsom.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 28 Nov. 2024
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Mike D'onofrio, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
The movie has shattered record after record since its launch on Thanksgiving eve, serving up a massive $221 million for the five-day weekend, including $135.3 million from Friday to Sunday.
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Dec. 2024
On the eve of its release, director David Tedeschi and producer Margaret Bodde discuss with Billboard about the challenges of making the story fresh again, the surprises in the editing suite and the role Scorsese had in shaping the narrative of the film.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 29 Nov. 2024
Woods was one of 19 Thanksgiving eve pardons by Newsom.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 28 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eve
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Play-by-play of final night:Taylor Swift ends record-breaking Eras Tour in Vancouver This number does not include resale prices.Bryan West, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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With it, the Dodgers’ infield picture appears crystallized even as their outfield still could shift after the signing of Michael Conforto on Sunday night.Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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Monday evening saw the latest edition of the Gran Galà del Calcio, which is the Italian version of England’s Professional Footballers Association (PFA) Awards.Adam Digby, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Yellowstone director surprised by fan reaction to John Dutton's death: 'You are not supposed to be OK' Later that evening, Kayce is packing an overnight bag when Monica walks in.EW.com, EW.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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Perhaps the most impressive features of this tiny home are the floor-to-ceiling windows, which provide tons of natural light throughout the day and give you a beautiful view of nature at dusk.Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024
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Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed 40 people around the eastern city of Baalbek in the Bekaa Valley on Wednesday, according to the country’s health ministry, and at dusk more strikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs.Reuters, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Hawaii Governor Josh Green ordered that U.S. and state flags be flown at half-staff at the Hawaii State Capitol and on all state offices and agencies as well as the Hawaii National Guard from sunrise until sunset on Saturday at the direction of the president.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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In the movie’s iconic ending, the two ride off into the sunset on Ronald’s lawn mower.Victoria Edel, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Eve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eve. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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