Etymology

Dunesday

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Today it means: The future simultaneous release of two anticipated films (Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday) on December 18, 2026. Full definition →

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Blend of dune + doomsday. From the 2026 films Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday. Coined by analogy with Barbenheimer. Doomsday itself derives from Dr. Doom's + day, and Dr. Doom from doom. Dune derives from dune, as in sand dunes.

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