: 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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Whatever fear people had of empty hotel rooms and dead nightlife areas for this World Cup have not been realized.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2026
For a city often known first for its beaches, nightlife, and warm, sunny weather, the findings highlight just how far the Florida city's dining scene has come.
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Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
The experience blends elevated nightlife with the over-the-top spirit that has defined Las Vegas entertainment for decades.
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Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Business owners also hope the conversation surrounding Edgewood Avenue extends beyond crime and nightlife.
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Monique John,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2026
For a city often known first for its beaches, nightlife, and warm, sunny weather, the findings highlight just how far the Florida city's dining scene has come.
—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
The experience blends elevated nightlife with the over-the-top spirit that has defined Las Vegas entertainment for decades.
—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Business owners also hope the conversation surrounding Edgewood Avenue extends beyond crime and nightlife.
—
Monique John,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for nightlife
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“Nightlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nightlife. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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