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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Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026
Lots of studies have shown that getting a good night’s rest (seven to eight hours) is associated with better memory and other cognitive abilities.
—Dana G. Smith, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
All that could be heard in the wake of the successful mission was the sound of dozens of world leaders finally getting a good night’s sleep.
—Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 4 Jan. 2026
Rooms are equipped with smart TVs and mini fridges, and there’s even a pillow menu so you’re guaranteed to get a good night’s sleep.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
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Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026
Lots of studies have shown that getting a good night’s rest (seven to eight hours) is associated with better memory and other cognitive abilities.
—Dana G. Smith, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
All that could be heard in the wake of the successful mission was the sound of dozens of world leaders finally getting a good night’s sleep.
—Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 4 Jan. 2026
Rooms are equipped with smart TVs and mini fridges, and there’s even a pillow menu so you’re guaranteed to get a good night’s sleep.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
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“Good night.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20night. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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