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Period just after sunset (8) Crossword Clue
Answer: TWILIGHT (8 letters)
The answer to the crossword clue "Period just after sunset" with 8 letters is "TWILIGHT". Twilight refers to the time immediately following sunset when the sky is partially illuminated.
Why “TWILIGHT” Fits
The clue asks for the period just after sunset (8).
“TWILIGHT” directly describes the soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon, occurring right after sunset (and before sunrise).
The word TWILIGHT has 8 letters, so it fits the (8) enumeration required by the clue.
A Bit of Background
Twilight is the illumination of the lower atmosphere when the Sun is not directly visible because it is below the horizon. It occurs in stages: civil twilight (brightest, sun 0-6° below horizon), nautical twilight (6-12°), and astronomical twilight (12-18°), after which it is fully night.
The term has inspired cultural works, such as Rod Serling's iconic TV series The Twilight Zone (1959-1964), known for its anthology of science fiction and suspense stories, and the popular Twilight book and film series by Stephenie Meyer, centered on vampires and romance.
