as in sun
the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves spent a week at the shore soaking up the sunshine and salt air

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Recent Examples of sunshine Photo: Lauren Taylor The balcony is a perfect place to curl up and read while bathing in the sunshine, so think about incorporating a small settee that’s comfortable for lounging, as designer Linda Hayslett did in this apartment balcony space. Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2025 Normally, with full moons, the side of the moon facing the Earth is in full sunshine, but during a lunar eclipse, the moon slips into Earth’s shadow. Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2025 Few regions do Chardy like Margaret River, where proximity to the Indian Ocean provides crackling acidity, and abundant sunshine equals generosity of fruit. Christina Pickard, Bon Appétit, 5 Mar. 2025 Read Next North Carolina Get ready for more sunshine, less sleep in NC. Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sunshine

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“Sunshine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunshine. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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