as in lantern
a tower that is built on or near the shore and that has a powerful illuminated signal to guide ships away from danger
The sailor spotted the lighthouse in the distance.
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Recent Examples of lighthouse
There’s a huge, lovely lighthouse there, at Pelican Point.
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Lea Lane, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
It’s designed to charmingly reflect a waterfront lighthouse.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2025
At the other end of Eilean Mòr, past a mossy Celtic cross standing like a lighthouse at the island’s tallest point, Sandy showed us the Cave of Saint Cormac, its opening hardly more than four feet high, where eighth-century monks used to retreat for periods of secluded contemplation.
—Leslie Jamison, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2025
The black-and-white spiraled lighthouse is the tallest brick lighthouse in the United States.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Lea Lane, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
It’s designed to charmingly reflect a waterfront lighthouse.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2025
At the other end of Eilean Mòr, past a mossy Celtic cross standing like a lighthouse at the island’s tallest point, Sandy showed us the Cave of Saint Cormac, its opening hardly more than four feet high, where eighth-century monks used to retreat for periods of secluded contemplation.
—Leslie Jamison, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2025
The black-and-white spiraled lighthouse is the tallest brick lighthouse in the United States.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthouse
Noun
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Later this spring, Stewart will launch a new collection in textiles and decor featuring bedding, lights, lanterns, wreaths and other outdoor living pieces.—
Lisa Lockwood,
WWD,
11 Mar. 2025
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From glowing red lanterns and mesmerizing dragon dances to the delicious symbolic dishes shared at family tables, every detail speaks to its rich cultural roots.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Or settle inside the space with its weathered wood and dim lighting, and stay for burgers, brews, sports screenings, and late-night fun.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2025
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Standard features include heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and ambient lighting.—
Josh Max,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Prepare your vehicle: Ensure your gas tank is full and equip your vehicle with essential winter supplies, including a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket, extra warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Orange County Register,
7 Mar. 2025
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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There, members of the community paid their respects with flowers and candles.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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There’s a Merci couch, too, plus fragrances and candles.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Racial Profiling Prohibition Advisory Board that found Black drivers were almost twice as likely to be stopped for headlight and license plate display violations compared to white drivers, and Hispanic drivers were 1.5 times as likely to be stopped for these violations as white drivers.—
Emilia Otte,
Hartford Courant,
8 Mar. 2025
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Keep your headlights on and turn on emergency flashers to alert other drivers of your position.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
The Mercury News,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Even chandeliers hang from the ceiling, and names like Royal Doulton, Aynsley and Wedgwood highlight the international origins of the products.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA TODAY,
10 Mar. 2025
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Inside, a custom triple-tier circular chandelier hangs from the double-height foyer crossed by a staircase and the upstairs bridge.—
Sandra Barrera,
Orange County Register,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Lighthouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthouse. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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