autumnal

Example Sentences

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The thin, autumnal light continued to play tricks on me, forming islands in the sea that disappeared with the next passing cloud.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

The mother of two highlighted one key ingredient that she plans to use for the autumnal holiday this year: sage, which she noted is found growing throughout the lush gardens at the Sussexes’ property.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 4, 2025

This one, in autumnal oranges and browns, pays homage to the perfect symmetry of nature.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2025

For a more autumnal spin, I tuck in about ½ cup of cubed, softened butternut squash, a sprinkle of brown sugar, cubes of manchego, and a few torn sage leaves.

From Salon • Nov. 4, 2025

His dæmon, a large cat with fur of a thousand beautiful autumnal colors, stalked the corners of the study before leaping gracefully to Coram’s lap.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman