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Recent Examples of arc lamp
The cozy living room is the perfect size for a sectional sofa, an accent chair or two, and a dramatic arc lamp to tie it all together.
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Miles Walls, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
Farnsworth’s system involved placing a simple image, such as a straight line, between a carbon arc lamp and an image dissector, which displayed a clear image on a receiver in another room.
—The Arizona Republic, 6 Sep. 2024
Camouflage It Though understated and neutral in color, this living room designed by Tamsin Johnson bursts with mod personality, from the arc lamp to the rattan furniture.
—Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 21 Apr. 2023
Along the same side of the room in the opposite corner, Jude has placed a large arc lamp to complement the other curved lines in the space, including the arched entryway and the eyebrow windows.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 10 Nov. 2022
Rembaum sourced the vintage arc lamp in the living room from a dealer in Berlin.
—Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 5 Sep. 2021
An arc light, or arc lamp, is a source of illumination created when electricity flows between two carbon electrodes.
—Angela Watercutter, Wired, 16 Apr. 2021
Pity the poor shopper who enters the light-bulb aisle ignorant of the evolutionary changes to Ole’ Tom’s electric arc lamp, as it was originally called.
—Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 14 June 2019
The store was filled with innovations: electric arc lamps, elevators, pneumatic tubes to move money and receipts.
—Marc Levinson, WSJ, 28 Oct. 2018
Miles Walls, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
Farnsworth’s system involved placing a simple image, such as a straight line, between a carbon arc lamp and an image dissector, which displayed a clear image on a receiver in another room.
—The Arizona Republic, 6 Sep. 2024
Camouflage It Though understated and neutral in color, this living room designed by Tamsin Johnson bursts with mod personality, from the arc lamp to the rattan furniture.
—Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 21 Apr. 2023
Along the same side of the room in the opposite corner, Jude has placed a large arc lamp to complement the other curved lines in the space, including the arched entryway and the eyebrow windows.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 10 Nov. 2022
Rembaum sourced the vintage arc lamp in the living room from a dealer in Berlin.
—Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 5 Sep. 2021
An arc light, or arc lamp, is a source of illumination created when electricity flows between two carbon electrodes.
—Angela Watercutter, Wired, 16 Apr. 2021
Pity the poor shopper who enters the light-bulb aisle ignorant of the evolutionary changes to Ole’ Tom’s electric arc lamp, as it was originally called.
—Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 14 June 2019
The store was filled with innovations: electric arc lamps, elevators, pneumatic tubes to move money and receipts.
—Marc Levinson, WSJ, 28 Oct. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arc lamp
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Outdoor and indoor security cameras Doorbell camera Smart light bulbs Door stop with alarm Window alarm 1.Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Edison invented the light bulb in his small workshop in New Jersey.Andrei Iancu, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2024
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Pin-base compact fluorescent lamps or linear fluorescent lamps will be prohibited the following year.Greg Bishop | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 Aug. 2024
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Krypton is useful, however, and is often employed in fluorescent lamps.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 29 June 2010
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In 1880, Thomas Edison received a historic patent embodying the principles of his incandescent lamp.Steve LeBlanc, Fortune, 8 July 2023
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In 1880, Thomas Edison received a patent for his electric incandescent lamp.Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2024
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Faux-industrial pendant lighting, timber ceilings, and concrete floors.Zach Schiffman, Curbed, 24 Dec. 2024
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The sixth annual event will feature the Menorah lighting, music, hot latkes, dreidels, crafts, gelt and more.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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Today, Flamingo Estate embodies Christiansen’s upbringing on an Australian farm and his vision for connecting people to the natural world through products like honey, heirloom tomatoes, olive oil, candles, and soap—all infused with elegance and purpose.Karin Eldor, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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More:Christmas trees, cooking, candles blamed for Michigan holiday fires.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 17 Dec. 2024
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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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The celebration will feature carols and a parade led by the Filipino community, showcasing lanterns rich in Philippine history and religious significance.Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 14 Dec. 2024
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Viewing is best from the downtown waterfront area, Elizabeth Evans Park and Grantham Pointe near the lighthouse.Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Dec. 2024
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Establishing a clear direction for the team is essential—something like a lighthouse or a North Star.Dave Knox, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Kit: Keep a basic winter survival kit in your vehicle, including a flashlight, batteries, blanket, snacks, water, gloves, boots, and a first-aid kit.Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 20 Dec. 2024
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Drivers are encouraged to only travel when necessary and to keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in their vehicles in case of an emergency.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Arc lamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arc%20lamp. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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