as in lantern
a tower that is built on or near the shore and that has a powerful illuminated signal to guide ships away from danger
The sailor spotted the lighthouse in the distance.
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Recent Examples of lighthouse
That Stevenson had proposed a new method of producing intermittent light in lighthouses.
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Ayşegül Savaş, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2025
When a woman’s body is found lying at the foot of a lighthouse, terrible secrets from the past threaten to resurface.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2025
The lighthouse was established in 1921 and is located about eight miles offshore.
—Teaghan Skulszki, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Game of Thrones alum Clive Russell arrives as Crocus, a doctor/lighthouse keeper/Laboon's caretaker.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025
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Ayşegül Savaş, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2025
When a woman’s body is found lying at the foot of a lighthouse, terrible secrets from the past threaten to resurface.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2025
The lighthouse was established in 1921 and is located about eight miles offshore.
—Teaghan Skulszki, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Game of Thrones alum Clive Russell arrives as Crocus, a doctor/lighthouse keeper/Laboon's caretaker.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthouse
Noun
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Thomas hid wires from the hanging lanterns by opening up the suspension rope and feeding the electrical line through it, then closing the rope again.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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Family and friends honor Sessions’ by gathering on a beach to light lanterns on the anniversary of his death.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, Cha See’s lighting design bathes the set in the warm golden hue of the past and costume designer Qween Jean and hair and wig designer Nikiya Mathis team up to bring the ‘70s back in full living color with bold prints, bouffants, and miniskirts.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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The lighting system complements the simple and intimate interior concept of the studio, which features essential furniture in wood and is dominated by neutral shades.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Adding reflective tape to costumes or bags, wearing bright colors and carrying a flashlight or glow stick can help drivers see trick-or-treaters.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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The fun continues at night with a pumpkin express light show, bring-your-own-flashlight corn maze, bonfires on Saturday night only and firework shows.—
Katie Nixon,
Nashville Tennessean,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Perfect for the living room, kitchen, or entryway, the herbal candle’s scent is bright without being overbearing and comes in a neutral grey jar that looks sleek on display.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
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The Duchess of Sussex panned the camera past a candle from As ever's holiday product drop (one of the two candles was inspired by her royal wedding to Prince Harry), giggled and showed her two rescue dogs.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The image revealed the car brutally smashed up, missing its right headlight and with its bumper hanging off.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 Sep. 2025
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Spencer made a U-turn and pursued the vehicle, flashing his headlights and blaring his horn.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The rustic chandelier in the retail store is made of vines.—
Lauren Green,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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The five-star hotel recently completed a massive renovation, bringing an even more regal feel to the lobby and other common areas, including a spectacular crystal chandelier that depicts a castle.—
Megan duBois,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Lighthouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthouse. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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