Season

USAGE SUMMARY

The part of the phrase "Season" is correct and usable in written English. You can use it when referring to a specific time of year characterized by particular weather, events, or activities. An example is: "The season for planting flowers begins in spring." Alternative expressions include "period," "time," and "phase."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Lifestyle

Sports

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

"We have a cold season in Sierra Leone but it is not cold like England.

The Guardian

According to the Campaign for Better Transport (CBT), the cost of a Milton Keynes season ticket has risen 23.5%, or £930, since January 2010 and is one of a number of fares that have increased around four times more than average wages over this five-year period.

The Guardian

On average passengers are now paying £600 more for a season ticket and yet seeing no change in their pay packets".

The Guardian

A Department for Transport spokesman said: "It is extremely disappointing that Network Rail's engineering works have overrun and will affect travellers during this festive season, passengers will be rightly annoyed.

The Guardian - Business

I'm already looking forward to getting the 2015-16 season underway".

The Guardian - Sport

One more season?

The New York Times - Magazine

Ah, the beauty about Christmas is that stories - already rebutted - can get a second life after the holiday season.

The Guardian - Tech

By worrying coincidence, the day that we've arrived in Grenada is officially the start of the hurricane season, which runs from June to November.

The Guardian - Travel

His record - two cups within six months of his appointment, a domestic treble in his first full season, a second title in 2005 and reaching the last 16 of the Champions League - set the context for a rueful but masterfully understated parting comment: "I'm sure those people who look at the facts will say that during a period of downsizing, I was reasonably successful".

The Guardian - Sport

Later in the season, the same biographer attempts to turn Underwood's head to The Stanley Parable, an experimental installation that toys with abstract notions of free will.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

They went to the fourth qualifying round of the Europa League this season but lost to Inter.

The Guardian - Sport

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using it as a verb, remember it can mean adding flavor to food or the process of preparing materials like timber by drying.

Common error

Do not use "Season" when you mean a single meeting or a short period of activity like a training "session". Use "Season" for extended periods encompassing multiple events.

Linguistic Context

In English, "Season" serves as both a noun and a verb. As a noun, it classifies distinct divisions of time based on climate or specific human activities. As a verb, it describes a process of enhancement or preparation. Ludwig AI confirms its versatility in professional journalism, where it frequently appears to describe sports cycles and recurring annual events.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

70%

Sports

20%

Lifestyle & Culinary

10%

Less common in

Science

5%

Academia

3%

Formal & Business

2%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The word "Season" is a fundamental component of the English language, functioning with equal utility as a noun and a verb. According to data analyzed by Ludwig, it is most frequently encountered in News & Media contexts, where it defines sports cycles, television releases, and recurring atmospheric patterns. Whether you are describing the "festive season", a "football season", or the act of "seasoning" food, the term carries a sense of duration, preparation, and recurring significance. Ludwig AI highlights that the phrase is grammatically robust and highly versatile, making it an essential tool for clear and professional writing across various domains.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

time of year

focuses specifically on the chronological/weather-related aspect

period

refers to a more general or undefined span of time

flavor

substitutes for the verb form when referring to adding spices to food

series

used specifically for television or radio groups of episodes

campaign

often used in a sporting context to describe the duration of competition

term

refers to a fixed period, often in academic or legal contexts

quarter

divides the year into three-month intervals, often in business

spell

refers to a short, often weather-related duration

phase

describes a distinct stage in a process rather than a time of year

epoch

describes a much longer, significant historical time frame

FAQs

How to use "season" in a sentence?

You can use it as a noun to refer to a "time of year" or as a verb meaning to add spices. For example: "The rainy season is starting" or "You should season the steak before grilling".

What is the difference between "season" and "session"?

A "season" is an extended "period" of time (like a year or months), while a "session" refers to a single, specific meeting or occurrence.

Can I say "series" instead of "season" for TV shows?

In British English, people often use "series" to mean what Americans call a "season". Both are correct depending on the region.

What does it mean to "season" wood?

To season wood means to let it "dry out" or harden to make it suitable for use in construction or as fuel.