nightlife

noun

night·​life ˈnīt-ˌlīf How to pronounce nightlife (audio)
: the activity of or entertainment provided for pleasure-seekers at night (as in nightclubs)
also : establishments providing nightlife

Examples of nightlife in a Sentence

The city is famous for its nightlife.
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Nearly all painted a similar picture of Doral if Fraga’s amendment was passed: the death of nightlife. Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2025 The nightlife concept is taking over Nightingale Plaza, at 643 N. La Cienega Blvd. Ryma Chikhoune, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025 The vibe is more of a dog-friendly chemistry lab than buzzy nightlife scene. Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025 With an array of nightlife, restaurants and museums, the city is rich in culture, from historic neighborhoods such as La Latin and colorful murals of Coyoacan. Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for nightlife

Word History

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of nightlife was in 1852

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“Nightlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nightlife. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.

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