Sunday

adjective

Definition of Sundaynext
as in amateur
being such only for recreation a charity auction of works by some of the town's more socially prominent Sunday painters

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amateur
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  • What makes this solution a favorite for amateur home cooks and pro chefs alike?
    — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Clooney’s nearby Italian residence was already as famous as him, and a stakeout spot for amateur and professional paparazzi.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026
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“Sunday.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Sunday. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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