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At an unearthly hour

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Not Literal

The phrase doesn't specify an exact time but suggests it's a time when people usually sleep.

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I heard a noise at an unearthly hour, but no one was there.
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Negative Connotation

It often implies inconvenience or discomfort due to the abnormal timing.

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She was not happy to start her journey at an unearthly hour.
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Idiomatic Usage

Used in casual contexts, not suitable for formal writing unless it's a narrative.

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We sneak out of the house at an unearthly hour for the trip.
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