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as in bright
having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness)
her sunny laughter filled the house with joy
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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
momentarily forgot their worries at the sight of the baby's sunny smile
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as in merry
indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor
the good-natured waitresses enhance the restaurant's sunny and cheery atmosphere
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as in clear
not stormy or cloudy
we are hoping for a sunny weekend so we can spend time at the beach
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Recent Examples of sunny
On a sunny Monday afternoon, Eric Flanagan sat on the patio of his new restaurant, cars whooshing down Nieman Road.
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Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 18 Mar. 2025
Tuesday is forecast to be sunny with a high near 65.
—Matt Hubbard, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2025
Most avalanche accidents happen on the first sunny day after a storm when people get antsy and disregard red flags.
—Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Mar. 2025
Its flavors evoked a kind of nostalgia—like eating sunflower seeds on a sunny day at the ballpark—but also boasted a sophisticated richness the other butters lacked.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 13 Mar. 2025
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Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 18 Mar. 2025
Tuesday is forecast to be sunny with a high near 65.
—Matt Hubbard, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2025
Most avalanche accidents happen on the first sunny day after a storm when people get antsy and disregard red flags.
—Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Mar. 2025
Its flavors evoked a kind of nostalgia—like eating sunflower seeds on a sunny day at the ballpark—but also boasted a sophisticated richness the other butters lacked.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunny
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The Vera Bradley design includes a bright and vibrant floral pattern on one side and a more subtle blue embroidery on the other.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Mar. 2025
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Numerous expansive windows let in natural light so the interior living space is bright.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
22 Mar. 2025
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Leaders who rely too heavily on a cheerful facade risk creating a culture where pressing issues go unaddressed.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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Save: La Santa Open for lunch and dinner, this restaurant offers tacos, enchiladas, and other Mexican favorites in a cheerful, modern space.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
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Despite the merry mix-up, Sustr successfully put the ball in the net with 21:17 left for the Knights, who held on for a 2-1 victory in a Windy City Ram Classic second-round game in New Lenox.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
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The merry month of May used to be an outlier on the Red Rocks Amphitheatre calendar, and any artist that dared book past September tempted the wrath of show-stopping cold and snow.—
John Wenzel,
The Denver Post,
7 Mar. 2025
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With the data collected over the years, researchers were able to develop a clearer picture of the sharks’ movements and behavior patterns in the area.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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When playing indoors, clear glasses with anti-reflective coating are recommended.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
23 Mar. 2025
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Everything about this adaptation is radiant — from Cinderella’s glowing blue ballgown to the heartrending relationship between the Prince (a dashing Richard Madden) and his aging father (Branagh favorite Derek Jacobi).—
Staff Author,
EW.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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The custom engagement ring is a 2 carat, elongated radiant natural diamond on a 14-karat yellow gold band Gary Striewski is gearing up to walk down the aisle!—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Surround Yourself with Positive Influences Entrepreneurs and investors who network with forward-thinking, optimistic individuals are more likely to maintain a long-term perspective on financial growth.—
Shane Enete,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Analysts are optimistic on the stock’s upward potential, even as Target shares have suffered.—
Hakyung Kim,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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Gastronomy and mixology come together with live music in the afternoons to create a festive, atmospheric cocktail lounge.—
Laura Ness,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Fans can enjoy a festive atmosphere and even create their ideal basketball court using cutting-edge AI technology.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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The mountain peaks jetted into a cloudless Dodger-blue sky as the wind whipped and the waves beneath crested and crashed.—
Dan Woike,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
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Stargazers can also glimpse a full moon and a bright Venus during cloudless nights in the middle of the month.—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacramento Bee,
31 Jan. 2025
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“Sunny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunny. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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