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Recent Examples of streetlight
Largely undeveloped with no grocery stores, streetlights, or sidewalks, Daufuskie is known for its unspoiled beaches, mystical marshlands, and rich Gullah culture.
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025
Researchers from a 2016 study looked at the impact of light pollution—light from billboards, streetlights, buildings, cars, and more—on sleep quality.
—Valerie Cacho, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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
The neighborhood was pitch black: All the stoplights and streetlights were out.
—Josh Eells, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025
Researchers from a 2016 study looked at the impact of light pollution—light from billboards, streetlights, buildings, cars, and more—on sleep quality.
—Valerie Cacho, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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
The neighborhood was pitch black: All the stoplights and streetlights were out.
—Josh Eells, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for streetlight
Noun
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The visitor’s center also has newly installed low-flow plumbing fixtures, energy-efficient windows, and LED lighting.—
Mariette Williams,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
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Raw images also show a vignette from f/1.2-2, which makes corners appear to be darker than the center in scenes with even lighting.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
16 Apr. 2025
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For a weekend project, incorporate a fire pit, planters, or hanging baskets, or install string lights or accent lanterns to spruce up the space.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2025
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The carousel also included snaps of David out of costume in a room decorated with colorful hanging paper lanterns, an artist check-in sign, a gorgeous sunset and more.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
10 Apr. 2025
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On March 14’s opening day, season ticket holders, their headlights cutting through the pre-dawn darkness, lined up hours before the park’s opening.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 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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The flashlight extends from 7 to 22 inches and has a pocket clip and an anti-slip surface design.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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In a video posted on social media, Lahbib listed items important to have to survive 72 hours in a crisis, from food and water to a flashlight, power bank, radio, cash and medication.—
Lili Bayer,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
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An ensemble of collaborators played with this duality: British designer Lee Broom exclusively debuted the Fendi Idol chandelier, for example.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
11 Apr. 2025
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Geometric chandeliers in the restaurant and bars add art deco flair, while chesterfields and wingback chairs create inviting nooks in the Library Lounge, which faces a private yacht marina.—
Jennifer Flowers,
AFAR Media,
3 Apr. 2025
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This can be particularly functional outdoors, where wind can quickly blow out your flame (just be sure to use a cloche that is specifically suited for use with a lit candle).—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
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The proud dad could be seen sitting next to his daughter Carmen, 11, and in front of a birthday cake with candles, chiming in as his brood serenaded him.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Fallen London captured the imaginations of millions with a combination of dark fantasy, gaslight horror and a grim sense of humor.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Diagnosed with schizophrenia, Odell was so easy to gaslight and discredit, but the facts of her body, and of the child, could not be denied.—
Emily Watlington,
ARTnews.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Streetlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streetlight. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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