arc lamp

variants also arc light
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Recent Examples of arc lamp The authors concluded by noting the research potential of revisiting other early technologies using the tools of modern materials science, such as vacuum tubes, arc lamps, and early X-ray tubes. ArsTechnica, 24 Jan. 2026 The cozy living room is the perfect size for a sectional sofa, an accent chair or two, and a dramatic arc lamp to tie it all together. Miles Walls, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024 Farnsworth’s system involved placing a simple image, such as a straight line, between a carbon arc lamp and an image dissector, which displayed a clear image on a receiver in another room. The Arizona Republic, 6 Sep. 2024 Camouflage It Though understated and neutral in color, this living room designed by Tamsin Johnson bursts with mod personality, from the arc lamp to the rattan furniture. Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 21 Apr. 2023 Along the same side of the room in the opposite corner, Jude has placed a large arc lamp to complement the other curved lines in the space, including the arched entryway and the eyebrow windows. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 10 Nov. 2022 To make an arc lamp brighter, the bulb itself must become physically larger, including the arc that produces the light. IEEE Spectrum, 21 Feb. 2014
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arc lamp
Noun
  • Here on the southern edge of Indonesia, the stars glow like light bulbs, even on the horizon.
    Michelle Jana Chan, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Choose bedside reading light bulbs of warm white, deep amber or red that have low or near-zero effective color temperatures.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The law prohibits the sale and distribution of screw-base and bayonet-base compact fluorescent lamps.
    Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026
  • Restrictions on pin-base compact fluorescent and linear fluorescent lamps are set to begin in 2027.
    Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Also, short detection parameters were not updated from the previous model's incandescent lamps.
    James Powel, USA TODAY, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Carve out a few hours to visit nearby Bellingham to tour the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, which displays one of only three remaining incandescent lamps created by Thomas Edison.
    Perri Ormont Blumberg Fox News, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • On the otherwise attractive exterior, the clarity of incised inscriptions in the limestone varies considerably under different lighting conditions and can be too subtle.
    Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Knockoff Furniture and Lighting Finally, Jones encourages homeowners to skip the knockoff furniture or lighting.
    Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 19 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Each house holds a standard taper candle and features ornate facades, tiny windows, and rooftops covered in the brand’s signature black-and-white checks.
    Sarah Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2026
  • In the mix are her favorite glass hurricane candle holders and linen lumbar pillows in a hard-to-find size.
    Ingrid Schmidt, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • At night this is lit by strung lights and lanterns, perfect for an al fresco dip above the urban buzz, while inside lamps cast a soft glow, and thick Roman blinds and bedroom curtains block out all light.
    Adrienne Wyper, TheWeek, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The acorn lanterns will march alongside the Oak King lantern in honor of Atlanta's tree canopy and Trees Atlanta.
    Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 17 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The Circle Tour links galleries, orchards, lighthouses, state parks, shops, and, yes, those famous fish boils, whose roaring fires and steaming potatoes are extra enticing on chilly fall nights.
    Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 12 Sep. 2026
  • Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area is home to the tallest lighthouse on the Oregon Coast (built in 1872), plus picturesque quarries and plenty of wildlife spotting opportunities, from harbor seals to bald eagles.
    Sierra Vandervort, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • So, bareheaded, Comella poked around in these tiny holes, using his flashlight to examine the various documents floating around for FDNY insignia.
    Peter Wilkinson, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Prosecutors said the wounded officer’s bullet-proof vest and a flashlight worn on his vest protected him from serious injuries.
    Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 9 Sep. 2026

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