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nighttime (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈnaɪttaɪm/

The period of darkness between sunset and sunrise.

During the nighttime, many animals become more active, searching for food under the cover of darkness.
The city lights sparkle beautifully at nighttime, transforming the urban landscape.
She prefers to work during the nighttime hours when it's quiet and there are fewer distractions.

during the nighttime (prepositional phrase): Referring to events happening within the period of darkness. — "Many nocturnal animals hunt during the nighttime."
at nighttime (prepositional phrase): Referring to a general time when it is dark. — "It's usually very quiet at nighttime in our neighborhood."

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