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Recent Examples of sundial
The large structure, characterized by a rotating floor and illuminated surfaces, will be positioned in a layout similar to that of a sundial.
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Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 26 Mar. 2025
Throughout his career, Nye has made several contributions to science and space, including helping to design the sundials for the Mars Exploration Rover (MER) mission, which launched two rovers, Spirit and Opportunity, to explore the surface of Mars between 2004 and 2019.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 8 Jan. 2025
The curving observation tower functions as a massive sundial and marks the changing of the seasons.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 25 Dec. 2024
Particular attention in the exhibition is also given to the Umayyads’ contributions to science and technology through the display of sundials that were used in early Islamic astronomy.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 26 Mar. 2025
Throughout his career, Nye has made several contributions to science and space, including helping to design the sundials for the Mars Exploration Rover (MER) mission, which launched two rovers, Spirit and Opportunity, to explore the surface of Mars between 2004 and 2019.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 8 Jan. 2025
The curving observation tower functions as a massive sundial and marks the changing of the seasons.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 25 Dec. 2024
Particular attention in the exhibition is also given to the Umayyads’ contributions to science and technology through the display of sundials that were used in early Islamic astronomy.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sundial
Noun
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For the newly initiated, there is subtle messaging around the use of refillable water stations or reusing towels and linens, notes on sustainable shopping printed on hangers in closets, and a sand hourglass timer in the shower to help reduce water waste.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Gold and red blooms against the black backdrop add just enough contrast, while the hourglass silhouette strikes a balance between sexy and refined.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Time is kept with a clepsydra, an antique clock consisting of a coconut shell with a hole in it floating in a bucket of water.—
Paul Salopek,
History & Culture,
4 Dec. 2020
Noun
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Before time zones, people used other methods of telling time like sun dials and water clocks.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
9 Oct. 2025
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The first sundials and water clocks were determined to have been used in 1200 B.C. by the ancient Egyptians and Babylonians.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Officials say more neighborhood drills are likely, but anyone can practice on their own with the help of a stopwatch and a little planning.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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The question is whether the rest of Pride’s skills catch up to the stopwatch.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Sundial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sundial. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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