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a large, decorated fixture that hangs from a ceiling and has branches for holding many sources of light
the dining room chandelier
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Recent Examples of chandeliers
That means warm red hues, echoing the flicker of flames, glittering chandeliers, and touches of earthy browns abound for a moody blend of texture and light.
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
Like most resorts in Vegas, the lobby is insanely big, with high ceilings and glittering chandeliers.
—Juliana Shallcross, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Feb. 2026
There’s a Sunset Boulevard sense of glamour when descending them, amplified by thin brass treads and pendant chandeliers overhead that recall the sputnik starburst chandeliers at the Metropolitan Opera.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 9 Feb. 2026
The ballroom made for a fitting backdrop, with its antique brass chandeliers and faded floral frescoes.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
The lobby and other public areas are sumptuous – with original floor-to-ceiling mahogany panelling, damask sofas in rich reds and antique chandeliers everywhere.
—Caroline Law, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
Minerva’s Restaurant Cozy booths, sparkly chandeliers and friendly maître d’s make up this historical corner of downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
—Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 5 Feb. 2026
Marble floors and elegant chandeliers.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Feb. 2026
Nichetto was practically raised around the kiln — his grandfather made Venetian glass chandeliers and his mother was a glass decorator.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
Like most resorts in Vegas, the lobby is insanely big, with high ceilings and glittering chandeliers.
—Juliana Shallcross, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Feb. 2026
There’s a Sunset Boulevard sense of glamour when descending them, amplified by thin brass treads and pendant chandeliers overhead that recall the sputnik starburst chandeliers at the Metropolitan Opera.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 9 Feb. 2026
The ballroom made for a fitting backdrop, with its antique brass chandeliers and faded floral frescoes.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
The lobby and other public areas are sumptuous – with original floor-to-ceiling mahogany panelling, damask sofas in rich reds and antique chandeliers everywhere.
—Caroline Law, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
Minerva’s Restaurant Cozy booths, sparkly chandeliers and friendly maître d’s make up this historical corner of downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
—Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 5 Feb. 2026
Marble floors and elegant chandeliers.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Feb. 2026
Nichetto was practically raised around the kiln — his grandfather made Venetian glass chandeliers and his mother was a glass decorator.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chandeliers
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The first winters after the Accords also brought public menorah lightings for Hanukkah, with Emiratis proudly standing by, and sometimes lighting the candles, with Jewish community leaders.—
Monica Marks,
Time,
19 Sep. 2025
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Heathcliff arrives too late to say goodbye, and tearfully cradles her dead body as a montage of their passionate romance flashes across the screen.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Bulls failed in their attempt to construct a team around veterans through free agency and trades, briefly showing flashes of promise in the 2021-22 season before crashing back to earth.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The brand’s bestsellers are pieces featuring auspicious symbols, including a soaring dragon atop a sacred leaf, imperial lanterns, and the gourd, a potent symbol of good fortune.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
12 Feb. 2026
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Le rebranded the name, menu, and space (including adding those Vietnamese lanterns sourced from Hoi An) and added a bar program.—
Amanda Hancock,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Faux fur, candelabras, and a sparkly chandelier can add a luxurious touch to your home.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Dec. 2025
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This was followed by a glimpse of the lavish table, which had been decorated with black candelabras and cream candles as twinkly lights hung overhead and wrapped the surrounding palm trees.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
PEOPLE,
13 Nov. 2025
Noun
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There’s a stand of candelabra aloes sporting brilliant orange stalks of flowers in the front.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Jan. 2026
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At maturity, the candelabra tree (Euphorbia ingens) displays a perfectly symmetrical dome, at 20 feet, of upright candelabrum branches.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
20 Dec. 2025
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“Chandeliers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chandeliers. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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