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

The yuletide is now upon us, even before Thanksgiving, its autumnal opening act, has served its first pumpkin pie.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025

But behind closed curtains stands the humble pear — a pome fruit that enjoys its peak season during the autumnal months, despite being available year-round.

From Salon • Nov. 17, 2025

As Ophie fell asleep the dead whispered, their ghostly voices carrying along Pennsy’s tracks over the distance, winding through autumnal forests and mountains, over rivers and through towns.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland