date night
Americannoun
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an evening social date on which a married or long-term couple go out together.
I enjoy a once-a-week date night with my husband.
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a night of the week on which it is usual or customary for couples to go out on a date.
Saturday night is date night.
Etymology
Origin of date night
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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When Reynolds and Lively want a date night or need to head to events such as the Met Gala, they can crash at their lavish pied-à-terre in Manhattan.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
When he prepares for a date night with his wife, he pictures putting down his phone and focusing on listening to her talk and making her laugh.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025
They gush about the time they’ve spent together in fabric stores and flooring supply shops as if they were dimly lighted restaurants primed for date night.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025
It’s definitely a unique experience that might not be right for everyone, but is great for gathering with friends, date night or just adventuring in a new city.
From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025
On Fridays, back in Chicago, we had a standing date night, usually meeting downtown at a restaurant called Zinfandel after we’d both finished up work.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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