fortnight

[fawrt-nahyt, -nit] / ˈfɔrtˌnaɪt, -nɪt /

NOUN

fourteen nights and days; two weeks

Synonyms

STRONGEST

half-month two weeks

Antonyms

WEAK

eternity

Example Sentences

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The awards are a major milestone of the film awards season, taking place less than a fortnight before the Academy Award nominations on 22 January.

From BBC

Lens have held top spot since November 30 and will stay there for at least another fortnight as next weekend is given over to the French Cup.

From Barron's

Stretching several ATP and WTA mandatory tournaments across a fortnight - creating so-called 'mini Slams' - has also been criticised.

From BBC

Tuesday's breakthrough deal came after nearly a fortnight of discussions between officials from both sides in Muscat, the capital of neighbouring Oman, a key mediator in the long-running conflict.

From Barron's

After the Newcastle game, United have four games in a fortnight, culminating in the FA Cup third-round tie with Brighton.

From BBC