: the activity of or entertainment provided for pleasure-seekers at night (as in nightclubs)
also
: establishments providing nightlife
Examples of nightlife in a Sentence
The city is famous for its nightlife.
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Six Senses Ibiza, Spain While often celebrated for its vibrant nightlife, Ibiza, a Spanish island in the Mediterranean Sea, has long been a sanctuary for seekers of peace and enlightenment, serving as a refuge for hippies in the 1960s.
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Roger Sands, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The performances were recorded at London’s The Cause, an arts and events space that boosts dance culture, local London nightlife, independent business and mental health initiatives.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 18 Dec. 2024
See comedy, theater, music, and more in Town Center
After a day of exploring, enjoy Town Center of Virginia Beach for dining, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
—AFAR Media, 17 Dec. 2024
Editor scores are determined by three criteria: A 0 to 5 ranking, with 5 meaning phenomenal, in categories such as sights, culture, people, food, family, nightlife, adventure, romance, value and accessibility.
—Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Roger Sands, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The performances were recorded at London’s The Cause, an arts and events space that boosts dance culture, local London nightlife, independent business and mental health initiatives.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 18 Dec. 2024
See comedy, theater, music, and more in Town Center
After a day of exploring, enjoy Town Center of Virginia Beach for dining, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
—AFAR Media, 17 Dec. 2024
Editor scores are determined by three criteria: A 0 to 5 ranking, with 5 meaning phenomenal, in categories such as sights, culture, people, food, family, nightlife, adventure, romance, value and accessibility.
—Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Nightlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nightlife. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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