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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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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
The overall vibe is one of contemporary chic, with retractable glass walls, fireplaces for cooler nights, heavenly bathtubs, and unique art pieces that make each room feel special.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Two nights after throwing 21 pitches over 1⅔ innings, Johnson threw 124 pitches over 7⅓ strong innings to beat the host Aggies (41-14) before a crowd of 6,934.
—Jose De Jesus Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Members exchange nights rather than dollars, and pay the company a fee of $15 to $35 per night plus cleaning costs — roughly one-tenth the cost of a comparable short-term rental, according to CNN.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 1 June 2026
The Ritz-Carlton Dubai in Jumeirah Beach Residence is promoting two-for-one afternoon tea packages, while the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah is offering discounts of up to 20% for guests staying two nights or more.
—Melanie Swan, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
This slow convergence is easy to track with the naked eye over several nights and will culminate in a striking close pairing on June 9.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
That said, Murden is sure to use it on nights when skin feels hydrated—sandwiching the retinal in between a nourishing toner and occlusive face cream for good measure.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 25 May 2026
The newlyweds made their first big public appearance as husband and wife at the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas, where Wilson was nominated for seven awards during one of country music’s biggest nights.
—Danielle Minnetian , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 25 May 2026
Get ready for the warmest nights of the year with lightweight quilts in breathable materials like cotton, linen, and more.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Two nights after throwing 21 pitches over 1⅔ innings, Johnson threw 124 pitches over 7⅓ strong innings to beat the host Aggies (41-14) before a crowd of 6,934.
—Jose De Jesus Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Members exchange nights rather than dollars, and pay the company a fee of $15 to $35 per night plus cleaning costs — roughly one-tenth the cost of a comparable short-term rental, according to CNN.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 1 June 2026
The Ritz-Carlton Dubai in Jumeirah Beach Residence is promoting two-for-one afternoon tea packages, while the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah is offering discounts of up to 20% for guests staying two nights or more.
—Melanie Swan, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
This slow convergence is easy to track with the naked eye over several nights and will culminate in a striking close pairing on June 9.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
That said, Murden is sure to use it on nights when skin feels hydrated—sandwiching the retinal in between a nourishing toner and occlusive face cream for good measure.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 25 May 2026
The newlyweds made their first big public appearance as husband and wife at the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas, where Wilson was nominated for seven awards during one of country music’s biggest nights.
—Danielle Minnetian , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 25 May 2026
Get ready for the warmest nights of the year with lightweight quilts in breathable materials like cotton, linen, and more.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nights
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Quince's cotton cashmere cardigan is ideal for chilly plane cabins and brisk evenings, and can easily be tied around your shoulders when the weather warms up.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
2 June 2026
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The effort requires an all-hands-on-deck effort, Suleyman told me, referencing his daily chats with CEO Satya Nadella in the early mornings and evenings.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
2 June 2026
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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
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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
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The neighborhood/area Savvy visitors often prefer to stay along beguiling Atlantic Seaboard neighborhoods like Bantry Bay and Clifton for their stunning water views and endless sunsets, or in the lively Gardens or Seapoint areas with their hip cafés and boutiques.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Earth’s atmosphere scatters shorter blue wavelengths more efficiently, allowing warmer red and orange tones to dominate — the same effect that produces vivid sunsets.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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“Nights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nights. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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