night shift
Example Sentences
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"Two days ago, I was walking home early in the morning after my night shift when I heard loud booms," she said.
From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026
In 2026 the city holds the title European Capital of Culture, though culture has been working the night shift here for centuries.
From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026
He was found at 05:16 the next day near Grangetown train station by a cleaner who had just finished a night shift.
From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025
Lichtenstein notes that this phenomenon is of particular concern for women, especially those—as is the case here—working the night shift.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025
He told you he was working the night shift and had to leave in a few minutes.
From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher
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