stayed up late
Delayed going bed
Stayed up late means remaining awake beyond one's usual bedtime: We stayed up late watching movies.
The phrase implies a deliberate choice to extend the night, often for leisure, work, or conversation.
It carries a mild sense of indulgence or necessity depending on context: I stayed up late finishing the report.
- upOut of bed
- night owlOne who stays late
- burning the midnight oilWorking very late
- socializingEngaging with others recreationally
- insomniaPersistent inability to rest
creative inspiration · second wind · fatigue · tired eyes · gaming · studying · entertainment · curiosity · procrastination · lost track of time · binge-watching · all-nighter · dawn · sleep deprivation · overthinking · mood swings · escapism · midnight