: the activity of or entertainment provided for pleasure-seekers at night (as in nightclubs)
also
: establishments providing nightlife
Examples of nightlife in a Sentence
The city is famous for its nightlife.
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The Broward Center sits not far from what critics call the chaotic nightlife scene on Himmarshee.
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Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
The incident also underscores how ties to Atlanta's music industry continue to intersect with South Florida - a frequent destination for performances, events, and nightlife.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
After nearly a decade together, Nick Barber, a furniture entrepreneur known for his charm and goofball energy, finally proposed to Yvonne Najor, a former vice president of marketing at a high-profile nightlife empire now redefining success beyond the velvet rope after an unexpected layoff.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
Once a hot spot for Charlotte nightlife, hosting parties and events tied to the NBA All-Star Game, Democratic National Convention and Super Bowl the four-level complex continues to struggle with vacancies.
—Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
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Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
The incident also underscores how ties to Atlanta's music industry continue to intersect with South Florida - a frequent destination for performances, events, and nightlife.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
After nearly a decade together, Nick Barber, a furniture entrepreneur known for his charm and goofball energy, finally proposed to Yvonne Najor, a former vice president of marketing at a high-profile nightlife empire now redefining success beyond the velvet rope after an unexpected layoff.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
Once a hot spot for Charlotte nightlife, hosting parties and events tied to the NBA All-Star Game, Democratic National Convention and Super Bowl the four-level complex continues to struggle with vacancies.
—Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
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“Nightlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nightlife. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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