Mar 13, 2015 · 1. The origin of "at night" to indicate a point of time and the usage of prepositions "in" and"at" In olden times, when the time expression "at night" was originated, night might have been …

Sep 8, 2015 · Do you think '2 o'clock in the morning' might somehow actually mean '2 o'clock in the afternoon', as that's the only alternative? I suppose I can see your point if someone says '11 o'clock …

The expression by night is typically used to contrast someone's nighttime activities to their daytime activities, especially when the nighttime activities are unusual or unexpected.

Oct 9, 2025 · It was a bright frosty morning. The whole composition before him, when he stood where he had stood last night, was clearly discernible. Is it possible for last night to mean the previous night in …

Aug 22, 2020 · What can I say about a thing happened at night? Someone stole my phone at night. OR Someone stole my phone in the night. Which one is right to say?

Mar 26, 2012 · I am trying to find out which is correct in "Good night" vs "goodnight" (vs "good-night"), and there seem to be conflicting views around the internet. I am hoping you guys can shed some …

Jan 21, 2013 · “Good night” or “good evening”? I am in the process of creating a software application which displays a greeting to users based on the time of day. I have come to a blank on what to …

Feb 18, 2011 · If it's 7:30pm, which of these phrases is correct, Good night or Good evening?

Apr 26, 2020 · I'm a beginner here, and I have a question about the evening/night meal, and this is my first question. It's evening. The family is eating dinner. From when until when is it considered to be "ev...

Dec 29, 2016 · The spoken use of "night" as an informal, familiar version of "good night" (wishing one a restful sleep) is common, but I'm not sure what the proper written equivalent is - if there is one.