What is the difference between “la nuit passée” and “la nuit dernière”?

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What is the difference between “la nuit passée” and “la nuit dernière”?

This question relates to:French writing exercise "A slippery drive"

Freeform Writing Exercise B2

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Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

I guess it is similar to "past night" and "previous night". Very close in meaning but not exactly identical.

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What is the difference between “la nuit passée” and “la nuit dernière”?

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