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To mark the restoration of their nation’s independence, the Maccabees rededicated the Temple in Jerusalem, using a small jug of sacred oil to light the seven-branched candelabrum known as the menorah.
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Stuart Halpern and Tevi Troy, WSJ, 16 Dec. 2022
Pair it with small touches of greenery, like a lighted candelabrum ($50), to create a charming winter vignette.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2020
Arena announcer Michael Baiamonte asked the record crowd to please rise and direct their attention to section 104 where the eight branched Chanukah candelabrum was kindled.
—Sun Sentinel, 27 Dec. 2022
The Jewish Festival of Lights, observed for eight days and nights usually at the end of November or into December, includes the lighting of candles on a nine-branched candelabrum called a menorah and eating traditional foods, such as latkes.
—Marianne Mather, Chicago Tribune, 22 Dec. 2022
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Stuart Halpern and Tevi Troy, WSJ, 16 Dec. 2022
Pair it with small touches of greenery, like a lighted candelabrum ($50), to create a charming winter vignette.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2020
Arena announcer Michael Baiamonte asked the record crowd to please rise and direct their attention to section 104 where the eight branched Chanukah candelabrum was kindled.
—Sun Sentinel, 27 Dec. 2022
The Jewish Festival of Lights, observed for eight days and nights usually at the end of November or into December, includes the lighting of candles on a nine-branched candelabrum called a menorah and eating traditional foods, such as latkes.
—Marianne Mather, Chicago Tribune, 22 Dec. 2022
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Inside the party, candelabras provided muted lighting and spiderwebs stretched up the staircase separating the space's bar and dancefloor, both decked out in Gothic style for the occasion.Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
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The simple additions of a candelabra and a bust wearing a lacy eye mask set a mysterious tone on the bar cart.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
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This could be a place of worship, a local botanical garden, a quiet hiking trail—or even a cozy spot at home with candles and comfortable seating.Mark Travers, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Collaborations featuring the late artist’s work are abundant and increasing in number, from candles to footwear.Andrea Bossi, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
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Cast members rushing in and out of scenes, detailed instructions from production stage manager Jennifer Hsu — which included everything from scene directions to lighting directions, to orchestra directions — and the wings packed with performers made backstage appear chaotic to the casual observer.Maxwell Alexander, The Mercury News, 4 Nov. 2024
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The dining room, with expansive retractable windows, will then spill out onto a massive patio surrounded by lush perennials, romantic string lighting and large canopies overhead, resembling the popular piazzas found within the city’s storied walls.Roger Sands, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Swap Outdoor Inflatables for Classic Elements Outdoor inflatables have been popular for years, but some people want to return to simple and nostalgic exterior holiday decorating instead—whether that be with lots of string lights, vintage figurines, lanterns, or pots of winter greenery.Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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Meanwhile, across 180 bedrooms, many with ocean views, the décor is inspired by classical Arabic design—with tasselled, bedside lanterns, fret-work headboards and dark wooden furniture.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The audience hunted for their seats beneath the chandelier.Tomas Weber, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Oct. 2024
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After class, flip the chandelier and podium to turn the entry into a disco party.Toby Rose, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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This 15-inch ceramic tree from Best Choice Products is hand-painted with light and dark green accents and features 64 light bulbs that glow in beautiful colors.Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
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At that stage, an ejection late in the game comes with less damage than a Yankees lineup that has all the energy of a 15-watt light bulb.Maury Brown, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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On the wall, Volume by Guy de Rougemont (1972) and vintage 1970s aluminum sconces.Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024
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Feldman reports that the over-the-top drama of big bulbs framing a mirror has made way in modern design for pleasant and timeless sconces that won’t fade out of fashion so quickly.Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2024
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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.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Coy used a flashlight to spot Hill in the garage and told him to come out and show himself, the officer testified.CBS News, CBS News, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Candelabrum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candelabrum. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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