as in night
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
since you aren't taking a flashlight, make sure you're back at camp by nightfall
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Recent Examples of nightfall
According to Almanac, Mars will peak again at the very end of the month, and will be visible in the western sky at nightfall on May 31 in the constellation of Leo, just over the crescent moon.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
When is Passover 2025? This year, Passover began on Saturday, April 12, and ends after nightfall on Sunday, April 20.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
Corvus can be found at nightfall about one-quarter up in the south-southeast part of the sky.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 6 Apr. 2025
But because this was the last stop on the tour, Ian convinces me to stay until nightfall.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 18 Mar. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
When is Passover 2025? This year, Passover began on Saturday, April 12, and ends after nightfall on Sunday, April 20.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
Corvus can be found at nightfall about one-quarter up in the south-southeast part of the sky.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 6 Apr. 2025
But because this was the last stop on the tour, Ian convinces me to stay until nightfall.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nightfall
Noun
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If using a smartphone camera, NASA suggests turning on night mode, long exposure times and a tripod to keep the photos steady.—
Molly Bohannon,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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After coming from behind to steal Friday night’s opener, the Dodgers (36-22) wasted no time Saturday putting their foot firmly on the Yankees’ neck.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
Noun
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Deer typically are most active and browsing at dusk and right before sunrise, says Mengak.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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Smoke from Canadian wildfires infiltrated the Detroit sky and lingered as dusk descended on Comerica Park.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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Friends of the pair have since set up a memorial overlooking Camelback Mountain, where the two would often watch the sunset with friends, KSAZ reported.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
2 June 2025
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Everywhere, Moroccan lamps cast a warm glow that enhance the dramatic sunsets.—
Livia Hengel,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Noun
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Other honorees for the evening included Ben Stiller, Colin Farrell, Owen Cooper, Julianne Nicholson, Kathy Bates, and more.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
8 June 2025
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As of Sunday evening, the fire crew succeeded in containing 96% of this wildfire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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But Suzuki’s hit hung in the sky like a disco ball, slowly drifting deeper into the hazy twilight.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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Designed to enhance the beauty of the Virgin Gorda coastline, this sleek feature is perfect for soaking in the sun all throughout the day, while twilight brings the opportunity to catch a stellar sunset.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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“Nightfall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nightfall. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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