northern lights

plural noun

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The northern lights are best viewed from dark locations, specifically away from any light pollution. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025 In addition, the sun's magnetic field is still in its solar maximum, making northern lights events more frequent. Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2025 Guests also get access to a northern lights alert app, and nighttime northern lights excursions (via sleigh, snowmobile, or van) can also be booked. Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025 For those in northern latitudes, tonight could bring a chance to witness the northern lights. Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for northern lights

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of northern lights was in the 14th century

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“Northern lights.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/northern%20lights. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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plural noun
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