Dawn

usgb/dɔːn/
noun

The time of morning when light first appears.

We left the house before dawn.
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Often appears as...

  • break of dawn
  • crack of dawn
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Light's Beginning

Dawn marks the end of darkness in daily cycles, symbolizing hope or new beginnings.

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After a long night, dawn brought a sense of relief.
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Quiet Hour

Dawn is often considered a peaceful, quiet time before daily activities start.

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She enjoyed the tranquility of dawn, with birds chirping softly.
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