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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
Adjective
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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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Artificial lights stay bright 24 hours a day, and CCTV cameras and armed guards monitor each cell.—
Josh Meyer,
USA TODAY,
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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The snap-down closure keeps your phone secure all day while the zippered interior has nine slots for cards, including a clear pocket for your ID.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
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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The festive evening, which includes cuisine from Arthur’s, an open bar and a silent auction, begins at 5 p.m. March 30 at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 E. Rollins St. in Orlando.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
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The clip showed life before the tragedy — carpool rides and sing-a-longs with the kids as well as festive house parties with the neighbors gathered together — followed by Céline finding her son Max seconds too late, and the torment both families faced as a result.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
19 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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This quiet corner of the state sees little light pollution and mostly cloudless nights, making spotting the Milky Way from any part of the park easy.—
Nile Cappello,
AFAR Media,
27 Dec. 2024
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“Sunny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunny. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.
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