flashlight
noun
flash·light
ˈflash-ˌlīt 
1
: a small battery-operated portable electric light
2
a
: a sudden bright artificial light used in taking photographic pictures
b
: a photograph taken by such a light
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In affected areas the NSW advises that if travel is necessary, travelers should keep an extra flashlight, food and water in their vehicle in case of emergency.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Coy used a flashlight to spot Hill in the garage and told him to come out and show himself, the officer testified.
—CBS News, 29 Oct. 2024
Household Utility Items Rather than making a mess of the junk drawer with miscellaneous things like batteries, flashlights, and furniture pads, create an orderly utility section in your home with the help of clear bins.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2024
After entering and leaving the parking lot abruptly, the Zodiac reportedly pulled up behind Ferrin’s car, then approached the passenger side with a flashlight before opening fire.
—Nicole Briese, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Coy used a flashlight to spot Hill in the garage and told him to come out and show himself, the officer testified.
—CBS News, 29 Oct. 2024
Household Utility Items Rather than making a mess of the junk drawer with miscellaneous things like batteries, flashlights, and furniture pads, create an orderly utility section in your home with the help of clear bins.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2024
After entering and leaving the parking lot abruptly, the Zodiac reportedly pulled up behind Ferrin’s car, then approached the passenger side with a flashlight before opening fire.
—Nicole Briese, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Flashlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flashlight. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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flashlight
noun
flash·light
ˈflash-ˌlīt
: a small battery-operated portable electric light
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