crescent
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Expect, perhaps, a crescent moon in pajamas to be a new favorite.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
In the UK, if the skies are clear, a waning crescent Moon will only rise after midnight which should mean several hours of dark skies to see the meteors more clearly.
From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025
In the meantime, let’s all listen to the “Goldbergs” to honor, full moon or crescent, our great and lasting Goldberg of music.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2025
The arm positions for Mr. Louis and Ms. Chapa passingly resemble archers’ bows or crescent moons.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025
The moon was a crescent and the wind harsh.
From "Genuine Fraud" by E. Lockhart
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