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night owl

[nahyt oul] / ˈnaɪt ˌaʊl /




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Whether you're an early riser or a night owl will dictate what appeals more to you.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

“If you’re a night owl who wants to get stuff done and you try waking up at 5 a.m., you’ll last a week, and you’ll become self-defeated and depressed.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

Mom was the consummate night owl, accomplishing her best work well after midnight.

From Salon • Dec. 19, 2024

I’m a huge night owl and I stay up until 2 in the morning watching TV shows and movies.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 19, 2024

The woman was not, as Mama said, a lark, but more a night owl.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland




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