full moon

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The term - a bomber's moon - refers to a bright full moon during World War Two that illuminated the landscape almost like daylight, making it easier for aircrews to navigate and strike their targets.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

This ensures the holiday lands on the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the spring equinox.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Based on an island tradition, last celebrated in 1914, it marked the first full moon of February with light, art and torchlit processions.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

A full moon was dropping toward the Avawatz Mountains as the sun worked its way over the horizon in the east.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

“By order of the Department of the Dead, working in conjunction with the foremost representatives of Afterlife, I declare before the full moon that this month’s All-Souls Festival is now in session!”

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston