as in candle
a device that provides light and that usually has a glass covering and can be carried by a handle
carried a lantern to the barn
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Recent Examples of lantern
The bobbing light that turns orange, green, and blue, is said to be her lantern.
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Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
At night, lanterns illuminate red-bricked streets with an orange glow.
—Mike Belleme, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
Hibiscus, lantern flowers, fruit and birds also made appearances among new designs.
—Devorah Lauter, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025
Traditional lanterns hang overhead while a Koi fish fountain sprays water into a pond, designed to reflect nature’s innate balance and harmony.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2025
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Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
At night, lanterns illuminate red-bricked streets with an orange glow.
—Mike Belleme, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
Hibiscus, lantern flowers, fruit and birds also made appearances among new designs.
—Devorah Lauter, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025
Traditional lanterns hang overhead while a Koi fish fountain sprays water into a pond, designed to reflect nature’s innate balance and harmony.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lantern
Noun
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The best-selling candles, which can burn for up to 150 hours, according to the brand, are all down to $15 today.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
21 Feb. 2025
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By that logic, try lighting a candle after spritzing the mist to layer home scents.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The button is customizable in the settings app, allowing users to use features like the camera or flashlight.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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At its core, the piece is rather simple: an unadorned gallery is left in darkness, and visitors are given small blue flashlights to navigate the space.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Each tent has air-conditioning and heating units, electrical outlets, lamps, a mini fridge, and modern comfort amenities.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2025
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The vibe at Che Fico is all about fun, with a gorgeous view off the outdoor patio, which has heat lamps to keep you warm, and TVs within viewing distance of every seat.—
Jason Mastrodonato,
The Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Beyond all the usual advice (proper watering, lighting and soil), Hamell says the secret is connecting with your plant.—
Isaac Avilucea,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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Brands are already experimenting with these to replace traditional photo shoots, creating hyper-realistic visuals that accurately replicate textures, lighting and dimensions across diverse contexts.—
Tal Lev-Ami,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Lantern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lantern. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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