artificial light

noun

: light produced by electric lamps
photographs made under artificial light

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When she’s visited at night, the artificial light is bright at the gates and the generators at the facility can be heard from the entrance. Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2025 Birds, however, aren't immune to the effects of artificial light. Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 24 July 2025 Tips for sky-watching The best time to watch the meteor showers is typically after midnight but before dawn, in a place with little artificial light pollution. Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 July 2025 Residents can sign a pledge to participate in the Lights Out Louisville program, which calls for business and homeowners to cut down on artificial light usage at night, while also drawing shades, curtains and blinds after dark to help prevent bird strikes. Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 24 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for artificial light

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“Artificial light.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artificial%20light. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.

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