northern lights

plural noun

Examples of northern lights in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web There, travelers can catch a glimpse of the northern lights at certain times of the year (especially during the winter) and much more. Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 6 June 2024 In some rare cases, the northern lights can even produce sound—making crackling or snapping noises. Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 June 2024 The enchantments a visitor can find include the serene archipelagos and the stunning northern lights of the Arctic Circle. Breana Scheckwitz, Fox News, 6 June 2024 The sun has nearly completed its 27-day rotation since May 10, when a powerful solar storm brought northern lights to nearly all 50 states. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for northern lights 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of northern lights was in the 14th century

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“Northern lights.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/northern%20lights. Accessed 11 Jun. 2024.

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northern lights

plural noun
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