floodlights 1 of 2

noun

Definition of floodlightsnext
plural of floodlight
as in headlights

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floodlights

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of floodlight
as in lights

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  1. lanterns
  2. ignites
  3. chandeliers
  4. candelabra
Noun
  • This is the perfect place to perch some beautiful holiday decor, like oversized ornaments, poinsettias, or decorative lanterns.
    Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Guests can cozy up with fur blankets, warm lanterns, and an assortment of wintery beverages, including the lounge’s signature winter mule.
    Taryn White, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of lanterns
Verb
  • As Venus shakes things up in your 11th house of friendships and group dynamics, and Mars retrograde ignites your fifth house of self-expression, expect some unexpected drama in your social circle.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The limits of the technology An aerogel does not prevent a fire in the first place, but if a lithium ion cell wrapped with this material ignites, the aerogel keeps the fire from spreading too far.
    Ari Daniel, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of ignites
Noun
  • Abundant candlesticks, stone accents, iron or wooden chandeliers, and dramatic tapestries will channel this mystifying decorating theme.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The space will include vintage chandeliers, mosaic tilework and leather banquettes.
    Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of chandeliers
Noun
  • For the interior design enthusiast, gifting the shiniest candelabra or decor tray is a one-way trip to their heart.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
  • Hanukkah is celebrated for eight consecutive nights and features the lighting of a nine-stemmed candelabra called the menorah.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of candelabra
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