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as in glows
the steady giving off of the form of radiation that makes vision possible
he read poetry to her by the light of the moon
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as in lamps
something that provides illumination
turn off the light when you go to bed
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as in stars
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
a leading light in the acting profession
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as in sunrises
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance
with the coming of light we could see all the damage that the storm had caused
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as in burns
to set (something) on fire
we lit the kindling before adding the heavier logs
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as in illumines
to supply with light
the lights from the TV cameras will light this room as though it were high noon
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as in perches
to come to rest after descending from the air
the bird lit on the branch and began to sing
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as in descends
to come down from something (as a vehicle)
he hurriedly lighted from the bus and started walking up the street
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Recent Examples of lights
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
Large trucks have been seen parked outside the venue in recent days, with work crews unloading stage equipment, lights and other gear, much of it under wraps.
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Anna Schecter,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Alli Forde,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
Turn the pool lights off at night.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
7 June 2026
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Bright security lights, smoky fire pits, and dying trees can disrupt the peace and should be managed with neighborly care.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
Large trucks have been seen parked outside the venue in recent days, with work crews unloading stage equipment, lights and other gear, much of it under wraps.
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Anna Schecter,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Verb
By late afternoon, people tend to drift toward a neighbor’s backyard, someone lights the barbecue, and kids sort themselves into games of backyard cricket.
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Alli Forde,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
Turn the pool lights off at night.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lights
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The unusual auroras were photographed over Hokkaido, Japan, where observers captured diffuse red glows hanging low over the horizon.
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Come evening, the pizza oven glows or a local farm-to-table chef cooks as the light fades.
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For families Families will love the easy access to the slopes and the daily s’mores ritual by the outdoor pool and heat lamps.
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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.
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The first major update came in 1795 with the addition of two stars for Vermont and Kentucky, and the most recent change came in 1960 after Hawaii became the 50th state.
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So far, historical society members have determined the giant cotton broadcloth flag bears just 48 stars representing the US states – a design used only until 1959, before Alaska and Hawaii were admitted to the union.
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Airborne dust can produce hazy conditions, and can sometimes lead to colorful sunrises and sunsets.
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Looking ahead to early next week, some Saharan dust builds into DFW, causing some reduction in air quality, dusty skies and more colorful sunrises and sunsets.
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Rucking burns significantly more calories than regular walking, builds full-body functional strength and supports bone density, all while staying gentler on the joints than running.
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Venus burns only 1 degree to the upper right of Regulus, which is 150 times fainter.
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Each fixture is topped with a discreet solar panel that charges throughout the day and automatically illuminates at night, so there's no wiring required.
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The tournament also illuminates America's growing, yet often unacknowledged, passion for soccer, allowing fans to openly embrace the sport.
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Head to Stoos, which perches on a plateau at the base of the Fronalpstock in central Switzerland.
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Live streams from entertainment events like the Grammys or Golden Globes aren’t typically perches for controversy, but, says Anthony McCartney, AP’s entertainment and lifestyles editor, celebrities will sometimes be asked to weigh in on recent headlines.
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This is the leader who descends into the weeds, confirming every detail, not because the situation demands it but because something inside needs reassurance.
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The virtual oar-yanking celebration in a baseball atmosphere was one of those weird juxtapositions that seem to get fostered whenever a World Cup fanbase descends upon a host city.
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“Lights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lights. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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