partial eclipse
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In the world of astro-tourists, for whom a partial eclipse barely registers and missing a year feels like an abdication, that makes me an amateur.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026
The best the country will see is a partial eclipse in 2027 when there will be about 45% coverage in some regions.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
At the start of the partial eclipse, when the Moon began to cover the Sun at around 17.30 GMT, some people shouted "Wow!" eager to see what would unfold.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
People turned out in towns across Europe, including Herten, Germany for what could be their best partial eclipse for 50 years.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
The day was bright but the tinted windows dimmed it, as if they were in the midst of a partial eclipse.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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