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 …

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 …

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 …

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?

Dec 3, 2021 · In this night of wonder or On this night of wonder, which is correct? The full context is God from heav’nly splendour Comes to earth below; In/On this night of wonder, The world is …

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 …

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 …

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 …