the Northern Lights

noun

: large areas of green, red, blue, or yellow light that sometimes appear in the night sky in far northern regions

Examples of the Northern Lights in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web However, it times of high magnetic activity—such as right now— the Northern Lights (aurora borealis) can be seen as far south as the Midwest U.S. states, Scotland and Wales in the U.K and Japan, and the Southern Lights (aurora australis) in New Zealand, Tasmania and southern Australia. Jamie Carter, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024 What event is making the Northern Lights more visible than usual? CNN, 28 Mar. 2024 The country star also recalled getting a speeding ticket in Iceland while trying to see the Northern Lights with her manager Kacey Musgraves did her best to enjoy a recent trip to Iceland, but the country had other plans for her. Jack Irvin, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024 One Instagram video showcased his filming of the Northern Lights. Courtney King, The Enquirer, 19 Mar. 2024 Millions of Americans will be able to witness a celestial event not typically visible from their own backyards this week, as a strong solar storm brings the Northern Lights farther south than usual. Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 10 July 2023 This construction allows for the green luminescence to shine through, mimicking the light display of the Northern Lights. Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 This year is the best time to see the Northern Lights in decades. USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2024 Expect to see snow-laden evergreen trees, frozen rivers, and even the Northern Lights, all rushing past your window. Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2023

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“The Northern Lights.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Northern%20Lights. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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