1
: the middle of the night
specifically
: 12 o'clock at night
2
: deep or extended darkness or gloom
midnight
adjective
midnightly
adverb or adjective
Examples of midnight in a Sentence
Her parents wanted her home before midnight.
It was 12 midnight when we arrived home.
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Saleen Martin, USA Today, 27 Dec. 2025
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The car will be dropped once at midnight, followed by fireworks.
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Saleen Martin, USA Today, 27 Dec. 2025
Forget midnight trips to the kitchen in search of water—this 30-ounce container will keep you well-hydrated at night, while its clear ribbed glass makes for a stylish display piece.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
The car will be dropped once at midnight, followed by fireworks.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 27 Dec. 2025
Rain & chilly temps in KC’s forecast Then, a strong system bringing more moisture, rain showers and colder weather is expected to impact the Kansas City area Saturday night after midnight and into Sunday morning.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 26 Dec. 2025
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“Midnight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midnight. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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