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
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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
“One time I worked until 11p.m. on a school night, and I was late for school the next morning, because I overslept,” Johmara wrote in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2023
That means they end too late for many kids to stay up, especially on a school night.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 27, 2022
“But it’s a school night, Enrique, and it will take an hour to get there,” Mami says as she does the dishes at Abuela’s sink.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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