afternoon watch
Americannoun
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After rewatching "Christine" for the first time in ages recently, I would say that, yes, it is bad, but in a delightful way that's just perfect for a fall afternoon watch.
From Salon ● Sep. 10, 2023
The tutor could be seen any morning or afternoon watch below sitting on the forecastle floor working at the construction of a miniature full-rigged ship.
From The Shellback's Progress In the Nineteenth Century by Walter Runciman
Just then seven bells struck in the afternoon watch.
From The Three Admirals by J.R. Wells
The mate was unfortunately right, and somewhere about the end of the afternoon watch a strong breeze sprung up from the southward, which soon caused a good deal of sea.
From Will Weatherhelm The Yarn of an Old Sailor by Archibald Webb
When O’Brien returned to the cabin, I remained on deck, for it was my afternoon watch; and although O’Farrel had permission to look out for me, I did not choose to go down again.
From Peter Simple by Frederick Marryat
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