NIGHTHAWKS Synonyms: 8 Similar and Opposite Words

nighthawks

noun

plural of nighthawk

as in night owls

a person who is active late at night an all-night diner that is patronized by nighthawks from every segment of society

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night owls

Noun

Quarterfinal Tuesday brought another somewhat nightmarish scenario for everyone except the true night owls.

— Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Fall is here and early risers and night owls know that when the sun is down, feet get chilly.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 29 Aug. 2026

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