opening night
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of opening night
First recorded in 1805–15
Example Sentences
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On opening night, the crowd claps along to the numbers, cheering with delight at each new piece of whimsy that rolls or soars onto the floor-level stage.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Vrabel would make another statement on Thursday’s draft opening night, saying “my previous actions don’t meet the standard that I hold myself to.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
But the highlight of the opening night will be Carpenter, who promised "the most ambitious show" of her career in an interview with Perfect Magazine.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
The 31-year-old, who performed from a stool during a promotional concert last month was back on his feet for the opening night of the world tour - which took place in his hometown.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
Before we knew it, it was opening night for our town.
From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm
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