1
as in evenings
the time from sunset to sunrise when there is no visible sunlight
loved to sit outside at night and watch the stars
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2
as in dusks
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
we waited until night to begin lighting the candles in the windows
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Recent Examples of nights
As the days become shorter and nights get longer, many brace for the winter blues.
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Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
In terms of date nights, Lovers’ Dew is charged and intimate, yet remains clean and congenial enough for workplace wear.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
As one of television’s longest-running franchises, the series continues to be an ABC mainstay on Sunday nights.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
Clifton Heights Music Festival The neighborhood-wide festival will return this year with two nights of live music across various venues, including Rohs Street Cafe, Uncle Woody's, Mac's Pizza Pub and U Square.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Nov. 2025
The 50-by-60-inch size is large enough to wrap yourself in during winter movie nights.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
For four nights, Rio’s top samba schools, of which there are more than 100, perform to themes of their choosing—this past year, many were related to Afro-Brazilian religions.
—Marta Tucci, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
The result could be fewer transfers, steadier coverage for nights and weekends, and less time spent on logistics when minutes matter.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
Cooler nights help encourage flower production.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
In terms of date nights, Lovers’ Dew is charged and intimate, yet remains clean and congenial enough for workplace wear.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
As one of television’s longest-running franchises, the series continues to be an ABC mainstay on Sunday nights.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
Clifton Heights Music Festival The neighborhood-wide festival will return this year with two nights of live music across various venues, including Rohs Street Cafe, Uncle Woody's, Mac's Pizza Pub and U Square.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Nov. 2025
The 50-by-60-inch size is large enough to wrap yourself in during winter movie nights.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
For four nights, Rio’s top samba schools, of which there are more than 100, perform to themes of their choosing—this past year, many were related to Afro-Brazilian religions.
—Marta Tucci, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
The result could be fewer transfers, steadier coverage for nights and weekends, and less time spent on logistics when minutes matter.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
Cooler nights help encourage flower production.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nights
Noun
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Expect red‑brick charm, an indoor pool and spa, cozy jazz-lounge evenings, two exceptional restaurants, and spacious marble en suite bathrooms.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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The evenings arrive too fast, and my energy dips too early in the darkness as a result.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
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Peak season is over, meaning the crowds are gone, the water feels calmer, the restaurants are more enjoyable, and the sunsets last just a little bit longer.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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An affinity for rain and endless sunsets instead of four-lane highways.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Nights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nights. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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