Dusk

usgb/dʌsk/
noun

The time of day when daylight is almost gone and evening is coming.

They began to walk home at dusk.
Visual representation of "dusk" - The time of day when daylight is almost gone and evening is coming

Often appears as...

  • at dusk
  • till dusk
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Visual representation of "dusk"
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Visual Imagery

Imagine the sky transitioning from light to dark to grasp 'dusk' effectively.

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As the sky turned orange, we realized dusk was upon us.
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Evening Activities

'Dusk' often signifies time for activities like romantic walks or heading home.

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We decided to start the campfire at dusk.
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Natural Transition

'Dusk' indicates a natural change, not an exact time, and can last minutes to an hour.

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Dusk settled slowly, softening the landscape.
Visual representation of the word "Dusk"

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