1
as in burning
to set (something) on fire
we lit the kindling before adding the heavier logs
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2
as in illumining
to supply with light
the lights from the TV cameras will light this room as though it were high noon
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1
as in perching
to come to rest after descending from the air
the bird lit on the branch and began to sing
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2
as in descending
to come down from something (as a vehicle)
he hurriedly lighted from the bus and started walking up the street
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as in candle
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Recent Examples of lighting
Samantha Winegarner, Mercury News, 8 July 2025
Even if on private property in an unincorporated area, there are rules civilians must follow with lighting and exploding fireworks.
—Samara Gerstle, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 June 2025
Traditional pieces sit alongside more modern furnishings, lighting fixtures, and art.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Police issued hardly any citations for violating park rules (including camping, drinking and lighting fires in a public park) or obstructing sidewalks in the six months before the Grants Pass ruling.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 27 June 2025
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Large terrariums, special heating and lighting equipment, specific substrates and cage decor can add up quickly.
—Samantha Winegarner, Mercury News, 8 July 2025
Even if on private property in an unincorporated area, there are rules civilians must follow with lighting and exploding fireworks.
—Samara Gerstle, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 June 2025
Traditional pieces sit alongside more modern furnishings, lighting fixtures, and art.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Police issued hardly any citations for violating park rules (including camping, drinking and lighting fires in a public park) or obstructing sidewalks in the six months before the Grants Pass ruling.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighting
Noun
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Sure, hygge has been overused a bit in the last few years (candles, fuzzy socks, etc.), but the real idea behind it is simple: comfort and connection.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Staff will take you step by step on how to make the candle of your choice.—
Katie Black,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2025
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The rail buff may focus on dining car china, lanterns, switch locks and keys, calendars, timetables or any other artifacts utilized by the railroads.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 July 2025
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From orreries and lantern slides to opto-mechanical and digital planetariums, the communication of astronomy has always been about more than just the latest results of science.—
Martin Bush,
Space.com,
5 July 2025
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Significant improvements have been made to the standard equipment, which now includes wireless phone charging, matrix LED headlights, and leather upholstery.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 July 2025
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Visibility priority: Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 July 2025
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Once home, inspect your luggage with a flashlight and clean the wheels before bringing it into your bedroom.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 July 2025
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The kit should have at least three days' worth of drinking water and food, a flashlight, first aid supplies and a weather radio.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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Photo : Bilgin Yachts The onyx dining room table and chandelier.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 July 2025
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The fine-dining restaurant, tastefully appointed with ornate chandeliers, wine racks, terrazzo tile and sumptuous cabernet walls, is scheduled to open in September, according to an Atlantic Village spokesperson.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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Govee Flood Lights for $100: This simple four-pack of floodlights is easy to mount and angle.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
26 June 2025
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Safety boats were deployed with floodlights to illuminate the surrounding area.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
3 June 2025
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Putting cameras on the streetlight poles has a convoluted history in San Diego.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 June 2025
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Trying new ways to deter thefts Public Works has tried a variety of efforts to deter thefts, from keeping streetlights on 24/7 to bolting access panels, putting in different screws or welding the panels.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
3 June 2025
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Ontonagon offers Lake Superior beaches, Porcupine Mountains Located in the Upper Peninsula's far northwest, this area features a variety of hiking trails, lakefront sandy beaches, waterfalls, ski areas, a historic lighthouse, and Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, also known as the Porkies.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
7 July 2025
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Overnight guests can even watch the sun set from the top of the lighthouse surrounded by the peaceful Cape National Seashore.—
Mackenzie Schmidt,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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“Lighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighting. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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