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auroral

[ aw-rawr-uhl, aw-rohr-, uh-rawr-, uh-rohr- ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

Origin of auroral¹

First recorded in 1545–55; auror(a) ( def ) + -al ¹

Scientists have known about these “stable auroral red arcs” for decades.

It sits on the southern edge of the auroral oval, which is a band hugging the northernmost latitudes where the aurora is most common.

As the days went by and the equinox drew near, auroral phenomena were with few exceptions visible on clear evenings.

During such a period auroral displays were usually of nightly occurrence.

Auroral displays were rather frequent but not very pronounced, and in most cases could only be classed as "glows."

That auroral freshness of soul which is the distinctive charm of youth lingered when even memory somewhat failed.

Paula was exceptionally gifted with this auroral cheer which starts the day so brightly.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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