as in light
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 lamp
Equipped with an emergency tent, tactical flashlight, camping lamps, and more, it’s designed for any situation.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2025
Alongside a limited-edition 1227 lamp, the exhibition debuts the Type 80™ Opal Glass Light, a showcase of streamlined form and soft illumination.
—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
After multiple residents and much deterioration, the home was meticulously restored in the aughts by the late philanthropist Richard H. Driehaus, who filled it with his sizable collection of historical decorative artworks — so many Tiffany lamps! — and opened it to the public in 2008.
—Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 24 Mar. 2025
Vancouver trailed 3-2 before Brock Boeser lit the lamp with just four seconds remaining in the third period to send the game to overtime.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2025
Alongside a limited-edition 1227 lamp, the exhibition debuts the Type 80™ Opal Glass Light, a showcase of streamlined form and soft illumination.
—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
After multiple residents and much deterioration, the home was meticulously restored in the aughts by the late philanthropist Richard H. Driehaus, who filled it with his sizable collection of historical decorative artworks — so many Tiffany lamps! — and opened it to the public in 2008.
—Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 24 Mar. 2025
Vancouver trailed 3-2 before Brock Boeser lit the lamp with just four seconds remaining in the third period to send the game to overtime.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lamp
Noun
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Pros & Cons Product specs Best for Cycling: Zeal Optics Harbinger Zeal Harbinger $199 Amazon $249 Zeal Serious outdoor cyclists need shades with protection from more than just bright lights.—
Jennifer Heimlich,
SELF,
7 Apr. 2025
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Nothing beats the morning walks in the morning light...—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Outdoor space: The owners spent more than $348,000 on outdoor lighting and landscaping, planting Norway Spruce and White Pine trees.—
Michael Kaminer,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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Save on patio furniture sets, outdoor lighting, rugs, and more must-haves this month.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This can be particularly functional outdoors, where wind can quickly blow out your flame (just be sure to use a cloche that is specifically suited for use with a lit candle).—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
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Often these puzzling areas create room for vignettes, an expressive grouping — of candles, plants or photos in a nook intended for deep conversations.—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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The rest of the bodywork looks unchanged including the LED headlight array on the front.—
Sam Abuelsamid,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The vehicle did not sustain significant damage, but some paint underneath the right front headlight had been scraped off.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
31 Mar. 2025
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The flashlight extends from 7 to 22 inches and has a pocket clip and an anti-slip surface design.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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In a video posted on social media, Lahbib listed items important to have to survive 72 hours in a crisis, from food and water to a flashlight, power bank, radio, cash and medication.—
Lili Bayer,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Lamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lamp. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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