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halo

[hey-loh] / ˈheɪ loʊ /


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The astronauts will then have the chance to study the solar corona, the outermost layer of the Sun's atmosphere, which will become visible as a sort of glowing halo.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The Moon will slide directly in front of the Sun so its bright face is completely covered to reveal its normally concealed shimmering halo, with Earth hanging off to one side.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Newspaper reporting and books over the last 20 years had already tarnished the halo some affixed to Chávez after his death, Garcia said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Every sonic detail is perfect, and the spare arrangements are decorated with a glowing halo of reverb.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

I raised my eyes then, and saw Doreen's head silhouetted against the paling window, her blonde hair lit at the tips from behind like a halo of gold.

From "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath