noun, adverb
morning and evening; daily routine
Refers to the cycle of morning and evening, or the daily routine of life. Often used in literary or reflective contexts.
田舎での明け暮れは静かで穏やかだ。
The daily routine in the countryside is quiet and peaceful.
彼は明け暮
He spent his days and nights reading.
noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
spend all one's time doing; do day in, day out
Used with a verb in the て-form or a noun followed by に to express being absorbed in an activity all the time. Often has a nuance of single-minded devotion or monotony.
彼は研究に明け暮れている。
He spends all his time absorbed in research.
仕事に明け暮れて、趣味の時間が取れない。
I'm so busy with work day in and day out that I can't find time for hobbies.
adverb
all the time; always; constantly
Adverbial use meaning 'constantly' or 'day and night'. Often used with verbs describing a continuous state or action.
彼は明け暮れ小説を書いている。
He is constantly writing novels.
明け暮れ雨が降り続いた。
It rained day and night without stopping.