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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The trooper shined their handheld flashlight in the cabin of the vehicle in an attempt to wake the male driver.
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 7 Feb. 2025
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, 2 Feb. 2025
It's recommended to keep winter emergency kits in vehicles, which should include flashlights, food and blankets.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
When draining the swamp, bring a map and flashlight.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 1 Feb. 2025
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 7 Feb. 2025
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, 2 Feb. 2025
It's recommended to keep winter emergency kits in vehicles, which should include flashlights, food and blankets.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
When draining the swamp, bring a map and flashlight.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 1 Feb. 2025
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“Flashlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flashlight. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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flashlight
noun
flash·light
ˈflash-ˌlīt
: a small battery-operated portable electric light
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