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Definition of «year»

A year is a unit of time that represents how long it takes for the Earth to complete one full orbit around the Sun. It is typically measured in days, with each day being divided into 24 hours and an hour being further divided into 60 minutes or seconds. The length of a year can vary slightly depending on factors such as leap years and the way time is calculated (e.g., by astronomical observations or calendar months).

Usage examples

  1. 2022: This year, we plan to launch a new line of products.
  2. Fiscal year: The company's fiscal year begins in April and ends in March.
  3. Leap year: 2024 is a leap year, which means it has 366 days instead of the usual 365.
  4. Academic year: The academic year at the university starts in September and concludes in June.
  5. Calendar year: The calendar year starts on January 1st and ends on December 31st.
  6. Financial year: The organization's financial year starts on July 1st and ends on June 30th.
  7. School year: The school year is divided into two semesters, with a summer break in between.
  8. Presidential year: People eagerly await the presidential election year to cast their votes.
  9. Anniversary year: We celebrated our 10th anniversary year with a grand event.

Phrases with «year»

Sentences with «year»

  • It was a fire sale and I got a couple of years of salary. (businessinsider.com)
  • We came very close to booking as much business this quarter as we did for all of last year for engineered systems. (seekingalpha.com)
  • You can tell based on the fabric composition and feel that these pieces are durable and can last for years of sleeping and lounging. (businessinsider.com)
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