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lighthouse
noun
light·house
ˈlīt-ˌhau̇s 
1
: a structure (such as a tower) with a powerful light that gives a continuous or intermittent signal to navigators
2
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There are 22 miles of white-sand beaches to explore, as well as a vibrant community complete with flip-flop friendly eateries, picturesque bike paths, and a historic lighthouse.
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2025
Essay: Insults 'Six Million Dead Jews' Fu looks to fellow women to act as a lighthouse in the stormy sea.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2025
The lighthouse offers views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound, but climbing its 200 steps is strenuous, equal to the height of a 10-story building, park officials say.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2025
There’s no pool, but paths below the lighthouse descend to two swimming coves, one of which is pretty much guaranteed to be sheltered from the prevailing wind (the easterly cove also has a small landing area that allows for arrival by boat, weather permitting).
—Lee Marshall, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2025
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2025
Essay: Insults 'Six Million Dead Jews' Fu looks to fellow women to act as a lighthouse in the stormy sea.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2025
The lighthouse offers views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound, but climbing its 200 steps is strenuous, equal to the height of a 10-story building, park officials say.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2025
There’s no pool, but paths below the lighthouse descend to two swimming coves, one of which is pretty much guaranteed to be sheltered from the prevailing wind (the easterly cove also has a small landing area that allows for arrival by boat, weather permitting).
—Lee Marshall, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2025
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“Lighthouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lighthouse. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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lighthouse
noun
light·house
-ˌhau̇s
: a tower with a powerful light at the top that is built on or near the shore to guide sailors at night
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