new moon
Example Sentences
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A new moon means moonlight should not interfere with viewing, creating favourable conditions if skies remain clear.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
With the event coinciding with a new moon for the first time since 2018, you just need to find a dark spot away from city lights and enjoy the display.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 27, 2026
To find out, the group systematically observed the worms' daily activities when there was a new moon.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 15, 2024
Another way, Ricci said, is to directly sight the crescent moon that emerges after the second new moon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2024
It was pale and pink, sharp as a new moon sliver.
From "Crenshaw" by Katherine Applegate
