as in nights
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
in the evening a reddish glow often appears on the mountaintops
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Recent Examples of evenings
Its ruffled edges and tartan plaid pattern can bring dimension and texture to any space, and its soft cotton fabric adds a plush touch to curl up at home on winter evenings.
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
Mercury Glass Jar Candle Our Ribbed Candles (available in 18 and 12-ounce sizes) offer a variety of rich, warm scents perfect for autumn evenings.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
From spring to autumn, terraces and cafés spill into the open air, and the pace of life softens as evenings stretch long and warm.
—Nina Subkhanberdina, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Rooms feature gas fireplaces for chilly evenings and private terraces if the weather’s still warm.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 29 Sep. 2025
Shoppers agree that the thicker material makes this sweater ideal for chillier evenings.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
The perfect blend of slouchy yet structured, this roomy bag easily fits a laptop, book, wallet, and a spare layer for chilly evenings.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
With its distinct orange-red color, the extremely bright summer star Arcturus spends October evenings in the western sky.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 28 Sep. 2025
Befittingly, Nuit Rouge is a collection of sophistication and allure—colognes for black-tie evenings, date nights, and holiday soirées alike.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025
Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
Mercury Glass Jar Candle Our Ribbed Candles (available in 18 and 12-ounce sizes) offer a variety of rich, warm scents perfect for autumn evenings.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
From spring to autumn, terraces and cafés spill into the open air, and the pace of life softens as evenings stretch long and warm.
—Nina Subkhanberdina, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Rooms feature gas fireplaces for chilly evenings and private terraces if the weather’s still warm.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 29 Sep. 2025
Shoppers agree that the thicker material makes this sweater ideal for chillier evenings.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
The perfect blend of slouchy yet structured, this roomy bag easily fits a laptop, book, wallet, and a spare layer for chilly evenings.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
With its distinct orange-red color, the extremely bright summer star Arcturus spends October evenings in the western sky.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 28 Sep. 2025
Befittingly, Nuit Rouge is a collection of sophistication and allure—colognes for black-tie evenings, date nights, and holiday soirées alike.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evenings
Noun
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On Saturday nights, when the Jewish Sabbath ends, Elia chants the zemirot, the traditional table hymns.—
Eli Sharabi,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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We’re thrilled to have both Sommore and Jay Pharoah headlining two nights at the Anthem this year.—
Gail Mitchell,
Billboard,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Jahanara chandelier sandal, along with two slingback versions and an embroidered pump, were inspired by Indian palaces and golden sunsets.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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In Jamaica, that spirit is everywhere, from the reggae rhythms to nightly sunsets that stop you in your tracks.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
27 Sep. 2025
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“Evenings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evenings. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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