in season

phrase

1
: at the right time
2
: at the stage of greatest fitness (as for eating)
peaches are in season
3
: legally available to be hunted or caught

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His stance against the Blue Wall and systemic racism within the police force back in season eight blocked his options for promotion and a raise. — Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026 But in fashion, demand often peaks much earlier, when a piece is new, in season or suddenly everywhere because a creator wore it. — Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026 Mason was confirmed as the winner of Paul’s Bachelorette season when, in season five of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Paul and her co-star Jessi Draper discussed Mason’s resemblance to Paul’s ex, Dakota Mortensen. — Isabella Albaig, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2026 In 2000 Dempsey appeared in the satirical horror comedy Scream 3 and had recurring roles in season three of the TV sitcom Will & Grace (1998–2020) and the family drama Once and Again (1999–2002). — Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in season

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of in season was in the 15th century

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“In season.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20season. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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