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chandelier
noun
chan·de·lier
ˌshan-də-ˈlir 
: a branched often ornate lighting fixture suspended from a ceiling
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Opulent chandeliers hang above sleek modern tables, while curvaceous upholstered pieces hold court within a Tudor Revival living room.
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Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2025
Number three: Nothing says classy, big Broadway night out like art deco, still, and the designer Derek McLane has created a simply gorgeous environment for this show, oozing glamor from every bandstand, sheer drape and chandelier.
—Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025
The 12-seat dining room sports a snazzy branch and glass chandelier.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2025
As for accessories, Knowles wore statement jewelry pieces, including a long pendant necklace and chandelier earrings in silver to complete her look.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Apr. 2025
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Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2025
Number three: Nothing says classy, big Broadway night out like art deco, still, and the designer Derek McLane has created a simply gorgeous environment for this show, oozing glamor from every bandstand, sheer drape and chandelier.
—Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025
The 12-seat dining room sports a snazzy branch and glass chandelier.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2025
As for accessories, Knowles wore statement jewelry pieces, including a long pendant necklace and chandelier earrings in silver to complete her look.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Apr. 2025
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“Chandelier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chandelier. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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chandelier
noun
chan·de·lier
ˌshan-də-ˈli(ə)r
: a branched lighting fixture usually hanging from a ceiling
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