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overnight

[oh-ver-nahyt, oh-ver-nahyt, oh-ver-nahyt] / ˈoʊ vərˈnaɪt, ˈoʊ vərˌnaɪt, ˌoʊ vərˈnaɪt /












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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

Russia's military said that its air defence units had intercepted or shot down 326 Ukrainian drones over a number of regions overnight.

From BBC • 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

Macy ignored me and tossed clothes into her overnight bag, then hefted it onto her shoulder.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence




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