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nighttime

[nahyt-tahym] / ˈnaɪtˌtaɪm /


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"We requested that the US side strictly enforce discipline among its personnel, implement effective measures to prevent a recurrence, and ensure full compliance with the nighttime curfew," Koizumi told reporters.

From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026

After chipping their way through their shells, sea turtle hatchlings in the wild typically remain clustered together beneath the sand until nighttime, when temperatures and predation risk drop.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026

Interestingly, researchers found no statistically significant connection between nighttime light exposure and dementia risk.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026

Thanks to favorable physics, AM signals also travel much farther—I once picked up a station in Chicago at nighttime while driving through North Carolina.

From Slate ● Oct. 20, 2026

“Detective Webster said I need to be ready for another nighttime ramble. This time, Penelope, I expect you to stay put upstairs and observe from the safety of this room.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan


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