after hours
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: after the regular quitting or closing time
af·ter-hours
ˌaf-tər-ˈau̇(-ə)rz 
: engaged in or operating after a legal or conventional closing time
after-hours drinking
an after-hours club
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Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
There’s also a cabaret, the Starlite Club, which hosts stand-up comedians, lectures or live music for dancing, or the after-hours Jade Night Club for dancing, drinks, and karaoke.
—Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
Hinge Health — The physical therapy platform rose nearly 9% in after-hours trading after the company posted better-than-expected guidance.
—Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
The plans also call for new signage and lighting, including a corner blade sign inspired by the original, as well as a small south-side ramp and pedestrian entrance to allow after-hours access.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Harvey wore the Saint Laurent L’entracte slingback pumps in a black satin crepe to the event, which turned a New York City bodega into a beauty activation for fans that then turned into an after-hours experience for stars like Lila Moss, Amelia Gray, Alex Consani, Nina Dobrev and more.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
There’s also a cabaret, the Starlite Club, which hosts stand-up comedians, lectures or live music for dancing, or the after-hours Jade Night Club for dancing, drinks, and karaoke.
—Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
Hinge Health — The physical therapy platform rose nearly 9% in after-hours trading after the company posted better-than-expected guidance.
—Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
The plans also call for new signage and lighting, including a corner blade sign inspired by the original, as well as a small south-side ramp and pedestrian entrance to allow after-hours access.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
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“After hours.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/after%20hours. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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