as in dusks
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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Noun
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Schools and workplaces open at night, construction sites buzz in the small hours under massive floodlights, and outdoor recreation takes place in the twilights of dawn and dusk.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026 -
But the tangy, clean scent of sea spray and radiant purple-pink twilights make the planning more than worth it.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Head to Bayzo’s Pub on the lower level of The Mansion for an English tavern vibe, family-friendly pub fare, and live music some nights during the summer season.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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Deep River Ice will serve Italian ice and gourmet hard scooped ice cream on select nights.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2026
Noun
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Expect hearty Midwestern classics, friendly service, and sunsets that inspire.—
Katherine Lawless,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court's recertification of the program through March provides cover after the law sunsets, according to some Democratic lawmakers and legal experts.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Lamps can also create a more relaxed atmosphere in the evenings, when bright overhead lights often feel too harsh.—
Natasha Bazika,
Martha Stewart,
14 June 2026
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Casual venues, main dining rooms and specialty restaurants allow guests to shape evenings around their own preferences rather than a set schedule.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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“Nightfalls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nightfalls. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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