as in illumined
to supply with light
a lone lighthouse beacons the entrance to the island's only harbor
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The Modern Wing is illuminated in stunning natural light that brilliantly showcases its contemporary works.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026 -
That’s illuminated in more than the record.—
Sam McDowell
Updated March 14,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2026
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Seoul’s landmarks were lit red, the signature color of the band’s new album.—
Michelle Ye Hee Lee,
Washington Post,
21 Mar. 2026
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Make sure your yard is well lit.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Mar. 2026
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The imposing exterior, made of natural Caribbean limestone and coral stone, is brightened up with turquoise gates and terrace railing.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
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But, as the evening progressed, the editor’s mood visibly brightened.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Beaconed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beaconed. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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