white night
The term "white night" has diverse meanings, from astronomical phenomena to idiomatic expressions of sleeplessness.
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Definition
B2Astronomy
(technical)A night where it remains light due to the sun staying just below the horizon, common in high-latitude regions during summer.
Example
- In St. Petersburg, people celebrate the white nights when it never gets completely dark.
B1General
(idiom)A night spent without sleep, often because of worry or excitement.
Example
- She had a white night before her big exam, unable to fall asleep.
Similar
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