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Recent Examples of streetlight
Largely undeveloped with no grocery stores, streetlights, or sidewalks, Daufuskie is known for its unspoiled beaches, mystical marshlands, and rich Gullah culture.
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025
Researchers from a 2016 study looked at the impact of light pollution—light from billboards, streetlights, buildings, cars, and more—on sleep quality.
—Valerie Cacho, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
Underneath the harsh glow of streetlights, the Rev. Jeff Hood inspects a spiderweb woven between the trees hemming in the prison, the only thing that McAlester is really known for.
—Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 29 Mar. 2025
The neighborhood was pitch black: All the stoplights and streetlights were out.
—Josh Eells, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025
Researchers from a 2016 study looked at the impact of light pollution—light from billboards, streetlights, buildings, cars, and more—on sleep quality.
—Valerie Cacho, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
Underneath the harsh glow of streetlights, the Rev. Jeff Hood inspects a spiderweb woven between the trees hemming in the prison, the only thing that McAlester is really known for.
—Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 29 Mar. 2025
The neighborhood was pitch black: All the stoplights and streetlights were out.
—Josh Eells, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for streetlight
Noun
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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
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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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Peterman suggests layering your porch lighting by installing a mix of sconces and lanterns if possible.—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2025
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This top has a bold print and neck ties like Clarkson’s, and it’s finished with a deep V-neckline and lantern sleeves.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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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Save up to 48 percent on floodlights, lanterns, solar fairy lights, and more Now that spring is in full swing, backyard party planning can commence.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Another cruise ship nearby had its floodlights on searching as well.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 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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The primary bathroom contains a double vanity with ample space, marbled black tile, a fluted bathtub, a large shower and a chandelier.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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The space is anchored by cascading fountains, custom Italian marble finishes, and a chandelier of musical instruments suspended dramatically from the ceiling.—
Chelsea Frank,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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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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At one point, Urquidez lets loose a kick so fast that the resulting wake blows out a row of candles.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
7 Apr. 2025
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At night, when the semaphore arms weren’t visible, red and green gaslights signaled stop and go.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 Dec. 2024
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Deep shadows and low gaslights create a mysterious atmosphere which, alongside the characters’ black trench coats and low-brimmed hats, turn this historical piece into a thrilling neo-noir.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
16 Sep. 2024
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“Streetlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streetlight. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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