as in candle
a device that provides light and that usually has a glass covering and can be carried by a handle
carried a lantern to the barn
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Recent Examples of lantern
Skaters can enjoy the lanterns and lights at the zoo on the Smashville Ice Rink this year.
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Rachel Wegner, The Tennessean, 19 Dec. 2024
Sapporo’s Yuki Matsuri boasts an international snow sculpture contest, ice slides, and frozen mazes for kids while the Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival transforms the castle grounds into a snowy oasis lined with hundreds of snow lanterns and igloos.
—Anna Mazurek, AFAR Media, 16 Dec. 2024
These stunning solar patio lanterns, on sale for $35.99 at Wayfair, illuminate your space with their beautiful floral pattern shadow.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Dec. 2024
Located on the ninth floor, the ambiance consists of dim lighting and a ceiling decorated with red lanterns.
—Dana Givens, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
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Rachel Wegner, The Tennessean, 19 Dec. 2024
Sapporo’s Yuki Matsuri boasts an international snow sculpture contest, ice slides, and frozen mazes for kids while the Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival transforms the castle grounds into a snowy oasis lined with hundreds of snow lanterns and igloos.
—Anna Mazurek, AFAR Media, 16 Dec. 2024
These stunning solar patio lanterns, on sale for $35.99 at Wayfair, illuminate your space with their beautiful floral pattern shadow.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Dec. 2024
Located on the ninth floor, the ambiance consists of dim lighting and a ceiling decorated with red lanterns.
—Dana Givens, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lantern
Noun
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On the other hand, trying to just chill in the middle of the pack for three years while the candle burns out on a superstar career is a tough existence.—
John Hollinger,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
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The collection spans categories like body care — Bath & Body Works’ holy grail — home decor, candles, and beyond, with prices starting at $1.95.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
13 Jan. 2025
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Pack a ‘go bag’ with several days supply of food and water, along with flashlights, batteries, phone charges, first aid kits, medications, medical devises, important personal documents and supplies for pets.—
Martha Ross,
The Mercury News,
17 Jan. 2025
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Basic supplies: Water, non-perishable food, a flashlight, batteries, and a first-aid kit.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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That Leaves Floors ‘Cleaner Than Ever’ Is Only $110 at Amazon Today Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Scalloped Brass Clip Light This mini lamp is crafted from eye-catching metal.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
10 Jan. 2025
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The table lamp adds an analogous touch by pairing colors that are next to each other on the color wheel: yellow and orange.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2025
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That's likely a result of people using candles for lighting or gas stoves to generate heat.—
Maria Godoy,
NPR,
11 Jan. 2025
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The combination of adjustable lighting and soothing sound options aids in transitioning to bedtime, creating a tranquil environment that helps families unwind after a busy day.—
Lauren Carpenter,
USA TODAY,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Lantern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lantern. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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