How to Use autumnal in a Sentence

autumnal

adjective
  • Take a long autumnal walk in the park.
    — Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 4 Nov. 2025
  • And fall just ended – prime time for our autumnal alt-folk king.
    — Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2024
  • Happy autumnal equinox and the first day of fall!
    — Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Choose from autumnal hues like wine red and army green, or a slate of neutrals.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Warm spices add an extra autumnal note.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
  • The autumnal equinox is what marks the first official day of fall.
    — Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 9 Sep. 2024
  • The air seemed to cool on some tracks and the mood turn reflective, autumnal.
    — CBS News, 11 June 2025
  • These ice cream sandwiches are a cool, sweet treat with autumnal flair.
    — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Thyme, lemon zest, and a touch of nutmeg are a welcome change of pace in this autumnal dessert.
    — Kate Merker, Good Housekeeping, 14 Dec. 2022
  • The wide-leg pants have just the right amount of stretch and come in a trendy brown shade that screams autumnal fashion.
    — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Not all autumnal color palettes have to be full of warm reds and oranges.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Cousins puts an autumnal twist on these with his Maple Pear Crisp.
    — Michael J. Solender, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2024
  • The ginkgo and maple trees turn the city into a patchwork of autumnal majesty.
    — Matt Goulding, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2024
  • The best part of Gomez’s autumnal outfit?
    — Sam Reed, Glamour, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The flowers come in a range of autumnal colors, as well as white and purple.
    — Mackenzie Nichols, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Choose from an array of classic autumnal shades to find the perfect fit for you.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
  • Choose from an array of classic autumnal shades to find the perfect fit for you.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Who will Moore face in autumnal election?
    — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 24 June 2026
  • Stir it into oatmeal for the perfect autumnal start to your day.
    — Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2023
  • In the meantime, read on for what the autumnal equinox has in store for your zodiac sign.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
  • Below, find the best fall dresses to kick off your standout autumnal looks.
    — Shanna Shipin, Glamour, 31 Aug. 2022
  • The good news for him and his team is that there is evidence the autumnal loss of form has been overcome.
    — Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
  • This four-pack of plaid cloth napkins is a small touch that makes a huge impact on autumnal tablescapes.
    — Ali Faccenda, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025
  • The autumnal equinox is this Monday.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Then keep scrolling to shop more autumnal décor and cozy bedding from $10.
    — Maggie Horton, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
  • Add a piece of autumnal artwork and a ceramic planter with a few branches to keep with the theme.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • The harvest moon is also the full moon that occurs closest to the autumnal equinox.
    — Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Her rich burgundy pedicure amped up the outfit’s autumnal feel.
    — Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 22 Nov. 2025
  • The end result was a clean, sleek-looking patio with a clearly autumnal vibe.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
  • What all of this yields is a Manhattan that is vividly autumnal.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026

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