She played outside until the sun set.

Meaning: This means that she was playing in an area that is not inside a building until the time when the sun goes down.

Choice of Words: Outside is a place that is not inside a building. Sun is a star that gives us light and heat. Set means to go down or disappear below the horizon. When you put them together, "She played outside until the sun set" means she was playing in an open area until the sun went down.

Alternative Expressions

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