late-night
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of late-night
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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Weeks before Serbia's highly anticipated election, Zoran Kesic, the country's star late-night talk show host, opened his monologue with a stark warning.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
That late-night snack might have consequences beyond extra calories.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2026
NBC had sought out Mr. Seinfeld, a late-night television regular known for his finely honed observational humor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
The remarks follow Olson’s public apology to Rodriguez for a comment he had made on social media that was perceived as disrespectful to the late-night TV star.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
Carts hold late-night treats: petit-waffles, sugary syrups, fried sweetbread and chicken, and luna pastries.
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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