as in night
the time from sunset to sunrise when there is no visible sunlight
before electricity, gas lamps were used for illumination during the nighttime
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Recent Examples of nighttime
Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Its attached solar panel charges all day, then automatically lights up the glass tube after hours for easier nighttime reading of the gauge.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2025
Sunbathers who like to chase beach days with nighttime carousing will find pristine sands (Tamarindo has been awarded Costa Rica’s Blue Flag for eco-friendly practices) and plenty of restaurants and bars a short stroll away.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
Three years later, it’s earned a permanent spot in my nighttime skincare routine.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Its advanced technology goes even deeper to target the source of dryness by resetting and regulating skin’s natural 24-hour cycle to boost daytime defence and nighttime regeneration, perfect for those seeking result without irritation.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Its attached solar panel charges all day, then automatically lights up the glass tube after hours for easier nighttime reading of the gauge.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2025
Sunbathers who like to chase beach days with nighttime carousing will find pristine sands (Tamarindo has been awarded Costa Rica’s Blue Flag for eco-friendly practices) and plenty of restaurants and bars a short stroll away.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
Three years later, it’s earned a permanent spot in my nighttime skincare routine.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nighttime
Adjective
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Calling all nocturnal movie lovers: The Toronto Film Festival has unveiled its midnight madness slate, a lineup of often disturbing and always raucous works of cinema.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
24 July 2025
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The group’s approach was dark and gloomy, with Butler’s nocturnal vision of a dark figure at the end of his bed inspiring the band’s title track.—
Roy Trakin,
HollywoodReporter,
22 July 2025
Noun
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The fear is enough to keep you up at night, and even ruin your hotel stay.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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But on Thursday night, the winds calmed as Wilson took her time, slowly and meticulously absorbing the expansive exhibit that told her life story.—
Nancy Kruh,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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“Nighttime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nighttime. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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