He often works until the long hours of the night.
long hour
idiomAny of the late hours of the day, especially those nearing midnight, or the hours after sunset.
The students stayed in the library until the long hours to finish their final project before the deadline.
The weary traveler wandered the silent city streets during the long hours, long after the last train had departed the station.
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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a week is a long time in politics
In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.
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amateur hour
A situation or activity in which the participants show a lack of skill, sound judgment, or professionalism.
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as the day is long
Unceasingly; very; thoroughly; to a very high degree.
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come a long way
To make significant progress.
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draw a long bow
To lie; to exaggerate.
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draw the long bow
To exaggerate; to tell tall tales.
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finest hour
A point in time or a relatively brief period of time when an especially distinguished, admirable, or effective set of actions is performed.