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Term: Watch Night

Noun:

A religious service held on New Year's Eve, typically in African American churches, to celebrate the coming year and seek spiritual guidance.

Example Sentence:

I attended a Watch Night service at my local church to welcome the new year with prayers and songs.

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Noun:

The night spent staying awake to keep vigil, often for religious purposes or as a tradition.

Example Sentence:

Every Christmas Eve, the family gathers for a watch night to await the arrival of Santa Claus.

Verb:

To observe or keep vigil during the night.

Example Sentence:

We decided to watch night and day for any signs of wildlife in the forest.

Adjective:

Referring to something that is popular or attended by a large number of people during the night.

Example Sentence:

The movie premiere turned into a watch night event, with fans lining up overnight to catch a glimpse of their favorite actors.

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