They played until the sun set.

Meaning: This means they kept playing until it got dark.

Choice of Words: Played means to take part in a game or activity for enjoyment. Sun is the star that gives us light and heat. Set means to go below the horizon. When you put them together, "played until the sun set" means that they kept playing until the sun went down.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• They played together until the sun set.
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• She played outside until the sun set.
• He played until the sun began to set.
• The children played until the sun began to set.
• She stayed in the cottage until the sun began to set.
• They played until they were tired and cold.
• They played until the sun went down.
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