vernal

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Recent Examples of vernal There are two of these moments each year—in late March (the northward or vernal equinox) and late September (the southward or fall equinox). Jamie Carter, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024 After the solstice, daylight hours gradually increase as the Earth moves toward the vernal equinox in March. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024 The Great Sphinx of Egypt – built some 5,000 years ago – also directly faces the rising sun on the spring (vernal) and autumn equinoxes. New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2024 Winter extends from the winter solstice – the shortest day of the year – to the vernal equinox, the start of spring. Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 10 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for vernal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vernal
Adjective
  • What begins as an adventure fueled by youthful curiosity soon becomes a defining experience that tests their understanding of the world around them.
    Travis Bean, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2025
  • The music video opts for an effortlessly fun and youthful feel, trading in glossy, big sets for scenic mountain views.
    Nicole Fell, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Geller said sharing her home with a younger generation has brought life to her house.
    Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2025
  • Here, a look at photos of a young Laura Dern doing just that.
    Vogue, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Outside of its minimalist design, the piece measures 13.5 inches high and is made from solid wood for a look that pairs well with any home style, especially the rustic modern farmhouse aesthetic.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2025
  • What of the electoral reform and emergency legislation needed for a legitimate, modern vote?
    Nick Paton Walsh, CNN, 19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Anyone who’s watched baseball on television in recent years will be familiar with the faint, rectangular box that appears in front of the batter.
    Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 21 Feb. 2025
  • The 27-track album became a huge catalyst for the recent spotlight on Black country artists and the genre's roots.
    Caché McClay, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • The fresh data follows a report last month from the University of Michigan showing that its gauge of consumer sentiment had declined for the first time in six months.
    Max Zahn, ABC News, 25 Feb. 2025
  • Add more salt to taste, black pepper, and fresh herbs, like chives.
    Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2025

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“Vernal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vernal. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.

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