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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

gloaming

/ˈɡloʊmɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does gloaming mean?

noun

The time of day just before nightfall; the period of partial darkness between day and night. A feeling of sadness or melancholy, especially one that is nostalgic or wistful.

Example

"The gloaming was a time of day when the world seemed to slow down, and the sky turned a deep shade of purple."

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