in season

phrase

1
: at the right time
2
: at the stage of greatest fitness (as for eating)
peaches are in season
3
: legally available to be hunted or caught

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The exclusive look at the first episode of Starfleet Academy season two focused on the cadets’ first away mission, which is interrupted by the arrival of a new character — Keats (Ruaridh Aldington) — who has a very significant part in season two. — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026 In 2000 Dempsey appeared in the satirical horror comedy Scream 3 and had recurring roles in season three of the TV sitcom Will & Grace (1998–2020) and the family drama Once and Again (1999–2002). — Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026 Ainsley left home in season 2 to attend TCU and was last seen practicing with the cheerleading team. — Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Oct. 2026 But a 13-37 skid after the All-Star break left a sour taste in fans’ mouths, which coincided with a late August email about the spike in season-ticket prices. — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 1 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in season

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of in season was in the 15th century

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“In season.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20season. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.

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