night vision

noun

: ability to see in the dark
an animal with excellent night vision

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Feig not only records audio of the crowd reactions but also video via night vision goggles. Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 26 Jan. 2026 But at the investigative hearings last summer, board members questioned how well the crew could spot the plane while wearing night vision goggles and whether the pilots were even looking in the right spot. Josh Funk, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026 Use a reclining chair, bring warm clothing or blankets, and avoid using your phone to preserve night vision. Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026 Phantom Ranch uses only red lights for its exterior illumination, helping visitors retain their night vision to take in the stars—and there are a lot of them. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for night vision

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“Night vision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/night%20vision. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.

Medical Definition

night vision

noun
: ability to see in dim light (as provided by moon and stars)
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