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Recent Examples of flashlight
Underneath a town in Spain, a team of researchers shined their flashlights around an ancient Roman mine and waded through the knee-deep water.
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Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 19 May 2025
The sturdy Helinox Chair One snaps together in seconds and easily packs up small, while still sporting pockets for drinks or flashlights.
—Danielle Hallock, AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
Hmm, still can’t find it, even with the flashlight.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 14 May 2025
There are campfires and, at night, flashlights and headlamps.
—Angela Dansby, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
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Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 19 May 2025
The sturdy Helinox Chair One snaps together in seconds and easily packs up small, while still sporting pockets for drinks or flashlights.
—Danielle Hallock, AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
Hmm, still can’t find it, even with the flashlight.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 14 May 2025
There are campfires and, at night, flashlights and headlamps.
—Angela Dansby, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flashlight
Noun
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The Blue Dragon - Always evening under the glow of ethereal lanterns, guests can enjoy Pan-Asian cuisine as dazzling neon dragons chase across the walls, or curl up with a cocktail at The Tiger Bar.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Even if the light is temporary, staying in contact or planning another hangout is like having a lantern in that dark tunnel.—
The Learning Network,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Many underground cinematic works are shot with handheld cameras, documentary-style cinematography, and non-studio lighting.—
Ali Farahmand,
IndieWire,
23 May 2025
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Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Lighting a candle or playing soft music can enhance the atmosphere.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
28 May 2025
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Continually high interest rates and economic uncertainty are further diminishing consumer interest in non-essential products such as fragrances and candles.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Noun
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The car was stationary, but its headlights were on, according to records made public by COPA last month.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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Make your vehicle visible to others both ahead of you and behind you by using your low-beam headlights since this means your taillights will also be on.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
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Its 1080p camera captures sharp footage with a wide 143-degree view, while the dual 700-lumen LED floodlights ensure everything’s visible, especially at night.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
7 May 2025
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That night, floodlights illuminated Buckingham Palace and the House of Parliament for the first time since the Battle of Britain began in 1939.—
Si Liberman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 May 2025
Noun
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The lighthouse at Capelinhos still stands but has turned gray from the volcanic ash, losing its original white color.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Set designs have ranged from a lighthouse to a wall of televisions to a convincing dead deer on a living room floor.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
4 May 2025
Noun
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Nissan has repurposed old Leaf batteries to power streetlights in Japan and stadiums in Amsterdam.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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The projects announced included converting old streetlights to LED streetlights and implementing an electric vehicle fleet and EV charging infrastructures around Pulaski County.—
Harley Walls,
Arkansas Online,
16 May 2025
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The first two episodes of the show debut June 2, and under Kutler, MSNBC’s chief, MSNBC has begun putting a spotlight on its reach via YouTube and TikTok.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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Additionally, ensure exterior pathways are well-lit by installing solar lights or motion sensors with spotlights.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
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“Flashlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flashlight. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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