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Afternoon

The part of the day which follows noon, between noon and evening.

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Day 76% connected

The time of light, or interval between one night and the next; the time between sunrise and sunset, or from dawn to darkness; hence, the light; sunsh…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Daylight 76% connected

The light of day as opposed to the darkness of night; the light of the sun, as opposed to that of the moon or to artificial light.

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Daytime 76% connected

The time during which there is daylight, as distinguished from the night.

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Farewell 76% connected

Go well; good-by; adieu; -- originally applied to a person departing, but by custom now applied both to those who depart and those who remain. It is…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Greeting 76% connected

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Salutation 76% connected

The act of saluting, or paying respect or reverence, by the customary words or actions; the act of greeting, or expressing good will or courtesy; als…

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