dimming

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Their measurements showed a pattern consistent with the gradual dimming expected when light passes through a thin atmosphere.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

The film, which stars Ryan Gosling as a teacher-turned-astronaut who must save Earth from a dimming sun, has earned nearly $600 million worldwide, in an extended theatrical run.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

European luxury company shares fell after major players reported that the Middle East war weighed on sales, dimming sector rebound hopes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

The tribe is now grappling with the sudden loss of jobs, along with the dimming of hope that the culturally sacred fish will be restored to their ancestral waters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Even in the dimming light I could see her pale gray eyes flecked with knowing.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez