good night

interjection

used to express good wishes in the evening especially when someone is leaving or going to sleep
Good night. I'll see you in the morning.

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Even though no player took home the jackpot on July 10, someone in Florida had a good night, winning $2 million. Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 15 July 2026 These include a monochord, the vibrations of which induce a deep hypnotic state of relaxation and a good night’s sleep. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 Cluttered minds and cluttered bedrooms can be the worst kind of companion when trying to get a good night’s sleep. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 5 July 2026 Taking regular cool showers and baths, wetting clothes or towels with cold water and putting your pillowcases in the fridge or freezer can all help further cool your body down, and hopefully, get a good night’s sleep. Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for good night

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“Good night.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20night. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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