Word of the Day: Dusk (noun)
Possible Meanings:
- The time of day immediately following sunset when daylight is fading but it is not yet completely dark.
Example Sentences:
- We took a walk during dusk to enjoy the cool evening air and the beautiful colors in the sky. (This is the most common meaning.)
- The fireflies began to appear as dusk settled over the meadow.
- The birds chirped their last songs for the day as dusk approached.
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Word Family:
- Dusky (adjective): Slightly dark or gloomy.
- Duskiness (noun): The state of being dusky.
Conversation Example:
Person 1: “I should get going soon. It’s getting dark.”
Person 2: “Yes, it’s almost dusk. Why don’t you stay a little longer? We can enjoy the sunset together.”
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