as in candle
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1
as in burning
to set (something) on fire
we lit the kindling before adding the heavier logs
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as in illumining
to supply with light
the lights from the TV cameras will light this room as though it were high noon
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as in perching
to come to rest after descending from the air
the bird lit on the branch and began to sing
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as in descending
to come down from something (as a vehicle)
he hurriedly lighted from the bus and started walking up the street
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Recent Examples of lighting
Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 3 Apr. 2025
The funding goes toward road and sidewalk improvements, storm water facilities, street lighting, and the development and maintenance of parks and recreation facilities.
—Taylor O’Connor, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2025
Think: dramatic lighting, wall projections, ethereal backdrops and more.
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—Maggie Griswold, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2025
Layered lighting includes vintage sconces with Rose Tarlow shades and a Besselink & Jones floor lamp.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2025
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Noun
There’s no electric lighting here (other than in bathrooms), and come sunset, candlelight keeps things cozy and romantic.
—Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 3 Apr. 2025
The funding goes toward road and sidewalk improvements, storm water facilities, street lighting, and the development and maintenance of parks and recreation facilities.
—Taylor O’Connor, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2025
Think: dramatic lighting, wall projections, ethereal backdrops and more.
65.
—Maggie Griswold, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2025
Layered lighting includes vintage sconces with Rose Tarlow shades and a Besselink & Jones floor lamp.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighting
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Before long, the meteorologist asks the studio's production team to swap out the forecast on the green screen for a video of romantic candles flickering in the background.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Traditional objects appear on the Seder table in addition to two candles that are lit to start the feast.—
Holly Rizzuto Palker,
Parents,
27 Mar. 2025
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This top has a bold print and neck ties like Clarkson’s, and it’s finished with a deep V-neckline and lantern sleeves.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Peterman suggests layering your porch lighting by installing a mix of sconces and lanterns if possible.—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2025
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The rest of the bodywork looks unchanged including the LED headlight array on the front.—
Sam Abuelsamid,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The vehicle did not sustain significant damage, but some paint underneath the right front headlight had been scraped off.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
31 Mar. 2025
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Equipped with an emergency tent, tactical flashlight, camping lamps, and more, it’s designed for any situation.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Mar. 2025
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The primary bathroom contains a double vanity with ample space, marbled black tile, a fluted bathtub, a large shower and a chandelier.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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The space is anchored by cascading fountains, custom Italian marble finishes, and a chandelier of musical instruments suspended dramatically from the ceiling.—
Chelsea Frank,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Save up to 48 percent on floodlights, lanterns, solar fairy lights, and more Now that spring is in full swing, backyard party planning can commence.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Another cruise ship nearby had its floodlights on searching as well.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Mar. 2025
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Underneath the harsh glow of streetlights, the Rev. Jeff Hood inspects a spiderweb woven between the trees hemming in the prison, the only thing that McAlester is really known for.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
29 Mar. 2025
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The neighborhood was pitch black: All the stoplights and streetlights were out.—
Josh Eells,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2025
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Cape Henlopen also has basketball courts; an 18-hole disc golf course; and trails for biking, horseback riding, and hiking (keep your eyes peeled for lighthouse views).—
Casey Barber,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2025
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Chicago Harbor still has two operational lighthouses, both off Navy Pier.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Lighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighting. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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