10pm
Before the news
10pm marks the start of the late evening in many timekeeping systems.
Historically, it was a common curfew hour in medieval towns to signal the extinguishing of fires for safety.
In broadcasting, 10pm often signifies the beginning of late-night programming, including news or adult-oriented content.
In astronomy, 10pm is a prime hour for stargazing due to reduced light pollution and atmospheric interference.
The local news airs at 10pm sharp.
Recurring unconscious repose
- tiredLacking energy, needing rest
- drowsyNearly falling asleep
- pajamasSleepwear set
- alarm settingProgrammed alert schedule
winding down · lights out · pillow · sheets · yawning · exhaustion · rest · slumber
Pre-closing drink announcement
- nightclubEvening entertainment venue
- late dinnerMeal served past evening
- reservationsDoubts or advance bookings
- loungeComfortable waiting room
cocktails · DJ set · dance floor · bouncer · cover charge · drinks · pub · tavern
Work beyond scheduled hours
- night shiftOvernight work period
- deadlineTime limit for completion
- graveyard shiftLate-night work period
- burning midnight oilWorking very late
crunch time · workaholic · conference call · time zones · hustle
Television's highest-viewership period
- drama seriesOngoing fictional television program
- HBOPremium cable network
- streamingReal-time digital delivery
- binge-watchingRapid consecutive episode viewing
evening news · Netflix · couch · remote · broadcast · ratings · appointment viewing · channel
People aged thirteen to nineteen
- homeOne's personal residence
- parentsMother and father
- restrictionLimit on action
- lockoutEmployer-imposed work stoppage
boundaries · permission · checking in · accountability · grounding · adolescence · trust · late pass
Food eaten very late
- food trucksMobile dining establishments
- dinerCasual American eatery
- kebabGrilled food on skewer
- ramen shopEatery serving Japanese broth bowls
izakaya · tapas · street food · delivery · takeout · hunger · leftovers · churros
sleep
Recurring unconscious repose
alarm setting · winding down · lights out · pillow · sheets · yawning · exhaustion · rest · slumber · fatigue
last call
Pre-closing drink announcement
- nightclubEvening entertainment venue
- late dinnerMeal served past evening
- reservationsDoubts or advance bookings
lounge · cocktails · DJ set · dance floor · bouncer · cover charge · drinks · pub · tavern · socializing
overtime
Work beyond scheduled hours
- night shiftOvernight work period
- deadlineTime limit for completion
- graveyard shiftLate-night work period
burning midnight oil · crunch time · workaholic · conference call · time zones · hustle
primetime
Television's highest-viewership period
- drama seriesOngoing fictional television program
- HBOPremium cable network
- streamingReal-time digital delivery
evening news · binge-watching · Netflix · couch · remote · broadcast · ratings · appointment viewing · channel · series finale
teenagers
People aged thirteen to nineteen
- homeOne's personal residence
- parentsMother and father
- restrictionLimit on action
lockout · boundaries · permission · checking in · accountability · grounding · adolescence · trust · late pass · returning home
midnight snack
Food eaten very late
- food trucksMobile dining establishments
- dinerCasual American eatery
- kebabGrilled food on skewer
ramen shop · izakaya · tapas · street food · delivery · takeout · hunger · leftovers · churros
10pm10am
Two hours pre-noon
morning · midmorning · dawn · sunrise · early morning