overnight
Example Sentences
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“We saw oil prices go up by a factor of three almost overnight, and it triggered economic recession,” Victor said.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
“I like to say I’m a 65-year-old overnight success.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Even when overnight wealth just seems too easy and know-nothings have the confidence of experts, it’s human nature to join the crowd and drown out warnings.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
From 55-5 overnight in their chase of 254, New Zealand's disappointing week was complete when they were hustled out for 138, thanks chiefly to Gus Atkinson's 5-30.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
She pulled the overnight case out from under her bed, put underwear, toothbrush, clean shirts and shorts into it.
From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt
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