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lamps

noun

plural of lamp

as in lights

something that provides illumination I didn't realize it had gotten so dark in the room until my wife came in and turned on the lamp, momentarily blinding me

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Recent Examples of lamps Instead of crowding the nightstands with table lamps, hang wall sconces or pendant lights to make the room feel lighter and more open. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 29 June 2026 Ahead, 12 cordless lamps that deserve an invite to your next aperitivo hour. — Erika Owen, Vogue, 1 July 2026 For families Families will love the easy access to the slopes and the daily s’mores ritual by the outdoor pool and heat lamps. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 And with so many tech devices now charging this way, USB ports are becoming more common on bedside lamps and wall outlets. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026 Olive & June and OPI also sell complete gel systems with curing lamps included. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026 María Gutiérrez, a resident of the Chacao suburb of the capital, recalls rushing out into the street in a panic when the first tremor hit, causing objects like lamps and televisions to fall in her home. — Julio Blanca, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026 In March, Ford issued a recall for F-150 trucks, as well as the Maverick, Ranger, and more, due to a trailer module software issue that could stop trailer turn signal indicators, brake lamps, and even brakes from functioning properly. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 1 July 2026 Laser Projection Benefits Laser projectors offer significantly better image quality than units based on Xenon lamps, offering a higher light output, better color reproduction, greater contrast and an overall more uniform image. — Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

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Skip overused string lights and choose rechargeable LED lamps for a chic, portable lighting alternative.

— Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2026
After the cabin lights dim, sleep comes in fragments, and a travel pillow does little to ease a stiff neck.

— Rio Yamat, Fortune, 7 July 2026

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