floodlights 1 of 2

noun

Definition of floodlightsnext
plural of floodlight
as in headlights

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floodlights

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of floodlight
as in lights

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  1. lanterns
  2. ignites
  3. chandeliers
  4. candelabra
Noun
  • Light beige and brown hues come together throughout the common spaces, such as the double-height lobby with large custom lanterns and striking wood-slat ceilings.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Located on the ninth floor, the ambiance consists of dim lighting and a ceiling decorated with red lanterns.
    Dana Givens, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of lanterns
Verb
  • Zendaya shuts down engagement rumors after an Instagram story ignites speculation.
    Whitney Perry, Glamour, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Inside the pages is a model for creating an environment and employee experience that ignites higher engagement and better performance.
    Holly Corbett, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of ignites
Noun
  • Faux stone walls and archways are complemented by natural wood finishes, herringbone parquet floors, and oversized crystal chandeliers.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2024
  • All of the materials, from the glasswork to the brass fixtures, tiles, and chandeliers, are Cuban.
    Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of chandeliers
Noun
  • They can be placed in a candelabra and used all at once, in individual holders and scattered around your home, or in your windows for Christmas.
    Kaitlin Gates, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
  • In the video, Eric walks Jasmin into a room adorned with elegant candelabra, flower petals spread across the floor, bouquets of roses and a large red heart framed on a wall.
    Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of candelabra
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