The sun cast long shadows as the day began to end.

Meaning: As the day was coming to an end, the sun caused long, dark shapes to appear on the ground.

Choice of Words: Cast means to throw or project, and shadows are dark areas created by an object blocking light. This sentence paints a picture of the setting sun casting long, dark shadows as the day draws to a close.

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Related Expressions

• The sun cast long shadows as it began its descent.
• The sun cast long shadows as the day drew to a close.
• The sun began to set, casting long shadows.
• The sun began to set, casting long shadows across the snow.
• The sun began its descent, casting long shadows across the land.
• The sun began to set, casting long shadows across the forest.
• The setting sun cast long shadows across the land.
• As the sun set, the tree cast long shadows across the ground.
• The sun cast long shadows across the grass.
• The morning sun cast long shadows across the meadow.