: a night when a person stays awake until a late hour
We're tired today because we had a late night last night.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
Jimmy Fallon is going dark on Stephen Colbert’s last day as a late-night host.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 12 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
With that heat and humidity building ahead of an approaching cold front, thunderstorms could develop in the afternoon into late night.
—Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026
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Adjective
Beyond the bar, guests have access to an exclusive room service menu with proper meals for breakfast, dinner, and late-night orders.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
Jimmy Fallon is going dark on Stephen Colbert’s last day as a late-night host.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 12 May 2026
Noun
Post-gambling, -dancing, or -concert, you’ll be set with late night eats like Zhen Bang Noodle & Sushi or Wahlburgers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
With that heat and humidity building ahead of an approaching cold front, thunderstorms could develop in the afternoon into late night.
—Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026
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“Late-night.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/late-night. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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