noontime
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of noontime
First recorded in 1350–1400, noontime is from Middle English none tyme. See noon, time
Example Sentences
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The noontime burial was sunny but not hot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 28, 2024
On Saturday, “Michael Jordan” and Mr. Gienger will serve as the centerpiece of a noontime parade as part of the Half Moon Bay Art and Pumpkin Festival.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 11, 2023
Police officials say the noontime pursuit began when officers saw the vehicle being driven erratically and turning the wrong way down a one-way street before stopping.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 25, 2023
As the noontime sun began to set, Laestadius posed for a few more pictures in the snow-clad village where her “Stolen” is set.
From New York Times ● Jan. 30, 2023
About noontime I put down my knitting and went out to the center room.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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