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
Unexplained drone overflights have caused two nights of airport disruptions.
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David Brennan, ABC News, 25 Sep. 2025
The packages start from $1,500 for a 48-hour experience that includes two nights’ accommodation with breakfast and access to the program’s itinerary.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2025
The couple regularly posts sweet photos from their life with their kids on Instagram, including their family vacations at the beach and their ice cream nights at home.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
The cooler nights mean all those little grass seedlings have time to recover from the warmth of the day.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 24 Sep. 2025
Choose from six flavors of frozen drinks to start the evening, and enjoy games on Friday nights.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
For five nights each January, this idyllic stretch of shoreline sets the stage for a grand occasion where barefoot-in-the-sand revelry meets refined indulgence.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025
The plan is to eventually host 100 to 200 nights of events a year, from NBA and NHL games to major concerts.
—Luke Fountain, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2025
Two episodes of Task are currently available on HBO Max, with five more airing weekly on Sunday nights.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
David Brennan, ABC News, 25 Sep. 2025
The packages start from $1,500 for a 48-hour experience that includes two nights’ accommodation with breakfast and access to the program’s itinerary.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2025
The couple regularly posts sweet photos from their life with their kids on Instagram, including their family vacations at the beach and their ice cream nights at home.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
The cooler nights mean all those little grass seedlings have time to recover from the warmth of the day.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 24 Sep. 2025
Choose from six flavors of frozen drinks to start the evening, and enjoy games on Friday nights.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
For five nights each January, this idyllic stretch of shoreline sets the stage for a grand occasion where barefoot-in-the-sand revelry meets refined indulgence.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025
The plan is to eventually host 100 to 200 nights of events a year, from NBA and NHL games to major concerts.
—Luke Fountain, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2025
Two episodes of Task are currently available on HBO Max, with five more airing weekly on Sunday nights.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nights
Noun
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The eat-in kitchen with open cabinetry is welcoming for all kinds of meals and gatherings, while the outside table is great for warm summer evenings.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
23 Sep. 2025
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The slight ruffle at the hem adds a romantic detail, and the elbow-length sleeves will give you a bit of warmth during chilly fall evenings.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
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As fall begins, the days are getting shorter in Louisville, with sunsets occurring earlier.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 Sep. 2025
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Hotel Iroquois, perched at the edge of town, pairs a lakeside setting with immaculate gardens and unforgettable sunsets.—
Christine Chitnis,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Nights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nights. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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