After/before dark

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After the sun has set and it has become night.

Make sure you're home before dark.
Visual representation of "after/before dark" - After the sun has set and it has become night.

Often appears as...

  • home before dark
  • out after dark
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Safety Concerns

Often implies potential danger or the need for caution during nighttime.

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Children shouldn't play outside after dark.
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Cultural Events

Used when discussing plans that change after the sun sets, like festivals or gatherings.

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The lanterns look beautiful after dark.
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Cinematic Suspense

In movies or books, sets a mood of mystery or suspense happening at night.

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The thief is planning to strike after dark.
Visual representation of the word "After/before dark"

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