broad daylight (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: ˌbrɔːd ˈdeɪlaɪt
Definition
The period of time when it is light outside during the day, when visibility is very clear and there is no darkness.
Examples
The bank was robbed in broad daylight.
It's shocking that such a crime could happen in broad daylight.
They were arrested in broad daylight while trying to escape.
How to Use broad daylight
- in broad daylight (prepositional phrase)
- During the daytime, when it is very light and easy to see. — "The crime was committed in broad daylight."
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