nightfall

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In it, a husband and wife adopt a cat, Sheila, who develops an unnerving disposition come nightfall.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

By nightfall, the country would begin to learn the outcome.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Initially, “Undertone” is adept in producing a simple, familiar atmosphere, where fear can be easily manifested come nightfall.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

By nightfall, videos show public gatherings across Tehran, Karaj and Isfahan, where thousands of Iranians celebrate or mourn Khamenei’s killing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

He did not return till nightfall next day.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin