candlelight
noun
can·dle·light
ˈkan-dᵊl-ˌ(l)īt 
Examples of candlelight in a Sentence
at candlelight carolers would gather in the village green before beginning their stroll
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Think candlelight, not hospital.
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The memorials are the site of candlelight vigils and musical performances and draw a regular stream of visitors.
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Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
Think candlelight, not hospital.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
The memorials are the site of candlelight vigils and musical performances and draw a regular stream of visitors.
—Jack Brook, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2026
The cozy 7th Avenue spot features an open kitchen, a long food bar, lots of moody flickering candlelight, and soothing blonde wood, perfect for falling in love—with pizza and whomever might be sitting across from you.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for candlelight
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“Candlelight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/candlelight. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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candlelight
noun
can·dle·light
ˈkan-dᵊl-ˌ(l)īt
1
: the light of a candle
2
: soft artificial light
candlelit
adjective
-dᵊl-ˌ(l)it
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