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autumnal

[aw-tuhm-nl] / ɔˈtʌm nl /
ADJECTIVE
relating to autumn; past maturity
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The batter is tender thanks to sour cream, the crumb flecked with spices that feel autumnal without being predictable.

From Salon Dec. 18, 2025

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

Eight months on from the England embarrassment, it was the Springboks squad belting out their celebration tune on an autumnal Saturday night in Cardiff.

From BBC Nov. 30, 2025

Or added to chicken stock to make an earthy autumnal soup.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 26, 2025

Frightful was sitting on top of the lodge, feathers shining in the autumnal light.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George



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