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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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
Some fans will have purchased alternative plane tickets and booked extra hotel nights, anticipating a change that never came.
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Nick Miller,
New York Times,
4 July 2026
An extreme heat warning remains in effect for Philadelphia, with heat index values potentially reaching 110 degrees, posing significant health risks, especially for vulnerable populations, as warm nights offer no respite.
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Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Sheriff’s officials said the closure comes after large groups of teenagers gathered at the beaches the two nights leading up to July 4.
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Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2026
After the past two nights, the San Diego Padres can tell you what both feel like.
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Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
4 July 2026
Meanwhile, the very early hours of July 7 and 8 will see a close conjunction of a last quarter moon and Saturn in the east, kicking off relatively moonless conditions for the following 10 nights or so.
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Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
3 July 2026
The cover is made from 100 percent cotton percale, which is especially soft and breathable on warm nights.
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Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
Head to Bayzo’s Pub on the lower level of The Mansion for an English tavern vibe, family-friendly pub fare, and live music some nights during the summer season.
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Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
For tropical nights, the researchers considered minimum temperature of 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit).
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Alexa St. John,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
4 July 2026
An extreme heat warning remains in effect for Philadelphia, with heat index values potentially reaching 110 degrees, posing significant health risks, especially for vulnerable populations, as warm nights offer no respite.
—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Sheriff’s officials said the closure comes after large groups of teenagers gathered at the beaches the two nights leading up to July 4.
—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2026
After the past two nights, the San Diego Padres can tell you what both feel like.
—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
4 July 2026
Meanwhile, the very early hours of July 7 and 8 will see a close conjunction of a last quarter moon and Saturn in the east, kicking off relatively moonless conditions for the following 10 nights or so.
—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
3 July 2026
The cover is made from 100 percent cotton percale, which is especially soft and breathable on warm nights.
—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
Head to Bayzo’s Pub on the lower level of The Mansion for an English tavern vibe, family-friendly pub fare, and live music some nights during the summer season.
—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
For tropical nights, the researchers considered minimum temperature of 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit).
—
Alexa St. John,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nights
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In addition to the dangerous heat, there is a chance for a few pop-up storms, mainly Friday and Saturday evenings.
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Outside, additional impressive amenities are found, including the heated pool with stunning mountain views, spacious terraces with seating areas and a fire pit that's perfect for cozying up on chilly evenings.
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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.
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But the tangy, clean scent of sea spray and radiant purple-pink twilights make the planning more than worth it.
Noun
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The sunsets and people watching at this hotel are both 10 out of 10.
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Warm evenings, late sunsets, and relaxing summer nights set the stage for a month filled with celestial highlights from a pair of meteor showers to beautiful moon pairings and the luminous core of the Milky Way stretching across the sky.
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“Nights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nights. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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