from dawn to dusk

The phrase "from dawn to dusk" describes the period of time from sunrise to sunset, often used to indicate a full day's worth of activity.

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(common)From sunrise to sunset.

Example

They worked in the fields from dawn to dusk.
The festival lasted from dawn to dusk, offering a full day of entertainment.

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(common)During all daylight hours.

Example

She explored the city from dawn to dusk.
The children played outside from dawn to dusk during the summer holidays.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "from dawn to dusk":

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