as in light
something that provides illumination
the floodlit skyscraper is one of the city's most beloved nighttime beacons
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as in to illumine
to supply with light
a lone lighthouse beacons the entrance to the island's only harbor
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Recent Examples of beacon
Mel Buer, The Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2025
An aerial drone video reel shows the enchanting beauty of America’s coastal beacons, showcasing iconic lighthouses from coast to coast.
—Sacramento Bee, 14 Jan. 2025
Melissa Breyer, Treehugger, 27 Feb. 2023
In the meantime, January will beacon you into hermit mode, especially at the top of the month due to the Cancer full moon on Friday, January 6.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Dec. 2022
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Noun
The warm light shining from the windows of the food truck was a beacon in the dark, de-energized neighborhood, welcoming anyone looking to commiserate over a hot meal and talk through the devastation surrounding them.
—Mel Buer, The Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2025
An aerial drone video reel shows the enchanting beauty of America’s coastal beacons, showcasing iconic lighthouses from coast to coast.
—Sacramento Bee, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
Growing underground with their luminous flowers beaconing through the soil, around 90 species of Thismia have been discovered.
—Melissa Breyer, Treehugger, 27 Feb. 2023
In the meantime, January will beacon you into hermit mode, especially at the top of the month due to the Cancer full moon on Friday, January 6.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Dec. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beacon
Noun
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As the region slowly begins to engage in the process of rebuilding, neighborhood bookstores have become tiny beacons of light, drawing Angelenos seeking solace and consolation.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2025
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The Hines proposal to revamp its ground-floor spaces could be viable, in light of the notable success stories in the immediate vicinity for Eos & Nyx, Scott’s Seafood and Urban Putt, all on or near the Paseo de San Antonio.—
George Avalos,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The bar was illumined by candles and an uplit line of mostly esoteric liquors along the full-length mirror against the back wall.—
Lauren Groff,
The Atlantic,
28 Sep. 2024
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In a room illumined by the light of a few candles, a group of women with veils over their faces conducts a séance.—
Rhoda Feng,
ARTnews.com,
9 Aug. 2024
Noun
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Each tent has air-conditioning and heating units, electrical outlets, lamps, a mini fridge, and modern comfort amenities.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2025
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The vibe at Che Fico is all about fun, with a gorgeous view off the outdoor patio, which has heat lamps to keep you warm, and TVs within viewing distance of every seat.—
Jason Mastrodonato,
The Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2025
Verb
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As the sun sets this evening (Feb. 9), the moon will be shining brightly in the east, 93% illuminated in its waxing gibbous phase, just three days before February's full Snow Moon.—
Brett Tingley,
Space.com,
9 Feb. 2025
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Countless tools, potsherds, and other relics line museum shelves, illuminating the world of our ancestors.—
Cody Cottier,
Discover Magazine,
7 Feb. 2025
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Nests in dryer vents and chimneys, or near electrical equipment or outdoor lighting, increase the risk of fire. Noise.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2025
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Players can also coordinate the lighting to match other devices if PC aesthetics is their thing.—
Gieson Cacho,
The Mercury News,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The new collection will have 85 products, including fine fragrance mist, body wash, lotion, lip gloss, candles, decorative accessories and more.—
Felecia Wellington Radel,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Notes of sea salt breeze, golden citrus and coral water can be found in candles, hand soaps, body mists and more.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Beacon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beacon. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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