school night
Britishnoun
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any night of the week that precedes a day of school
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humorous any night of the week that precedes a day of work
Example Sentences
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It presents an issue for England's young fans, with parents debating how best to follow the game on what will be a school night for many children.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
I’m half expecting my mom at my door, telling me that it’s a school night and it’s time to hang up and get some sleep.
From Slate ● Jan. 27, 2026
Then you’re into shower and bath time because it’s a school night.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2025
But he also still tried to be there — regularly driving 3.5 hours each way on a school night to watch Claire Marburger play basketball in college.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 20, 2024
Which was late for a school night, late for a Sunday, certainly.
From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness
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