as in candle
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as in burning
to set (something) on fire
we lit the kindling before adding the heavier logs
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as in illumining
to supply with light
the lights from the TV cameras will light this room as though it were high noon
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as in perching
to come to rest after descending from the air
the bird lit on the branch and began to sing
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as in descending
to come down from something (as a vehicle)
he hurriedly lighted from the bus and started walking up the street
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Recent Examples of lighting
Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2025
The introduction of efficient LED lights in the 2010s further shifted the U.S. market towards energy-efficient lighting.
—Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Power saved by better insulating buildings and reducing lighting could be a source for other energy needs, reducing the need for producing and transmitting power.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 11 Feb. 2025
The gross margin increased to 29.4% from 24.5% due to improved margins in the lighting and maintenance segments.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 11 Feb. 2025
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Looking for the latest in furniture, decor, lighting, and beyond?
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2025
The introduction of efficient LED lights in the 2010s further shifted the U.S. market towards energy-efficient lighting.
—Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Power saved by better insulating buildings and reducing lighting could be a source for other energy needs, reducing the need for producing and transmitting power.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 11 Feb. 2025
The gross margin increased to 29.4% from 24.5% due to improved margins in the lighting and maintenance segments.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighting
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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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Hibiscus, lantern flowers, fruit and birds also made appearances among new designs.—
Devorah Lauter,
WWD,
31 Jan. 2025
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Traditional lanterns hang overhead while a Koi fish fountain sprays water into a pond, designed to reflect nature’s innate balance and harmony.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2025
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Ola Electric The pictures show the yellow-and-black motorcycle sporting alloy wheels (likely indicating there will be tubeless tires) and a tiny LED headlight on either side of daytime running lights.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Feb. 2025
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What To Know An officer with the Maitland Police Department observed a vehicle's headlights facing south on railroad tracks.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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The trooper shined their handheld flashlight in the cabin of the vehicle in an attempt to wake the male driver.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2025
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Over the past few years, thin, flat-bodied flashlights have become increasingly popular and are now being offered by a variety of brands in various sizes and output levels.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Feb. 2025
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Savvy + Co Real Estate Specs: 3 beds, 2.5 baths and 3,001 square feet Notable features: front porch, hardwood floors, gold chandelier, granite countertops, brick fireplace, walk-in closet and patio.—
Alexis Clinton,
Axios,
14 Feb. 2025
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The biggest room is a theater with countless rows of plush red seats, a large balcony, stained glass windows, and a chandelier the size of a jumbotron.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police escort filled the space with his floodlight.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Jan. 2025
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And when he was signed as the deadline approached, the City Ground floodlights were utilised to create a light show as part of his unveiling package.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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In addition to its impact on drivers, blue-rich LED streetlights operate at a wavelength that most adversely suppresses melatonin during night.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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An audit found that Richmond allegedly mismanaged a streetlight maintenance contract, leading to $1.2 million in questionable charges.—
Sabrina Moreno,
Axios,
5 Dec. 2024
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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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Spot the Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse Built in 1962 and officially called the Charleston Light, the black-and-white lighthouse that rises above the beach has become synonymous with the island—with most locals referring to it as the Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Lighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighting. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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